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Storm damage roof report in Durfold Wood, West Sussex
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Durfold Wood and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Damaged ridges and hips
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- How your policy defines a storm
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Negotiating a claim settlement
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
About our storm damage roof report in Durfold Wood
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. Our report records both: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. We survey ridges and hips, flashings and chimney stacks, and people most frequently book us about cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and loose or torn flashings.
For a small place like Durfold Wood, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Place
- Durfold Wood (RH14)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Durfold Wood
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
If you own a rental within reach of Witley station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Holy Trinity Church, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Durfold Wood is about 11 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. If you’re in Durfold Wood, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our West Sussex coverage includes Durfold Wood and the places around it. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Storm damage roof reports in RH14 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Dunsfold Road and Durfold Wood or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Plaistow (1 mile south-east), Ifold (2 miles south-east), Alfold Bars (3 miles east), Loxwood (3 miles east) and Alfold (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Horsham (11 miles east), Storrington (13 miles south-east), Billingshurst (7 miles south-east), Bewbush (15 miles east), Roffey (12 miles east) and Southwater (11 miles east).
Local landmarks in Durfold Wood
The closest station to Durfold Wood is Witley station, about 4.5 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Haslemere and District Hospital (5.8 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Shillinglee Lake and Hydon's Ball.
When to book a survey in Durfold Wood
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- New damp or leaks inside
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Lead lifted at abutments
Anyone responsible for a site like Plaistow and Kirdford Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What happens after the report arrives
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Durfold Wood
Do you carry out roof surveys in Durfold Wood?
Yes, Durfold Wood is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Durfold Wood as anywhere else.
Is my home in Durfold Wood listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How long will you be at the property?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. You’ll then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
Do you use drones?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from ground level first if it’s safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Also near Durfold Wood
Also in Durfold Wood
Landlords, agents and block managers in Durfold Wood
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
How it works
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey usually takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a small place like Durfold Wood, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You tell us when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Slate roofs
In high winds, slates can slip or go, often where nails have rusted. Our report notes moved slates and any sign of older corrosion.