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Storm damage roof report in East Lavant, West Sussex
Storm damage roof reports in East Lavant and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. The report shows each damaged area.
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. We record which are loose or damaged.
About our storm damage roof report in East Lavant
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from ground level or from windows, and don’t climb onto the roof. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. We survey flashings, ridges and hips and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are damaged pots on the stack and damaged gutters and fascias.
For a small place like East Lavant, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- East Lavant (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports around East Lavant
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. Goodwood House, about 1.5 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around East Lavant. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you look after a building such as Lavant CofE Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. Landlords with a home close to Chichester station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
East Lavant is about 2 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. Anywhere in East Lavant, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. East Lavant is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover for storm damage roof reports. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Every address in PO18 is covered for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Pook Lane, Fordwater Road and Shop Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover Mid Lavant (1 mile north-west), Westerton (2 miles south-east), Westhampnett (2 miles south-east), Waterbeach (2 miles east) and Maudlin (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (7 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles east), Emsworth (7 miles west), Rustington (12 miles east) and Storrington (15 miles east).
Around East Lavant
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Royal Oak Public House and Bishop Luffa School and the streets around them. The closest station to East Lavant is Chichester station, about 2.5 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Castle (2 miles south) and The Chichester City Museum (2.1 miles south). For a walk, there is Stoke Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
Why get it checked now?
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. Around East Lavant, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Prices for storm damage roof reports in East Lavant
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Which survey package you book
- How big the roof is
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both inc. VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
What we need to know
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What’s prompted the survey
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
Landlords, agents and block managers in East Lavant
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Places near East Lavant
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East Lavant: your questions answered
Do you cover East Lavant?
Yes, East Lavant is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in East Lavant listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. The report does not include repair costs.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in East Lavant?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run seven days a week. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or email us.
What we cannot see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Estimates of repair costs
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit typically takes an hour or two at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a village or hamlet like East Lavant, the journey is planned ahead of time: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.