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Storm damage roof report in Effingham, Surrey
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Effingham and the rest of Surrey. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Loose or torn flashings
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
When you need someone else
It’s useful to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Estimates of repair costs
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
About our storm damage roof report in Effingham
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. If you’ve noticed stains appearing after strong winds and lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles, we can find out what’s behind it, on flashings, slate and tile slopes and ridges and hips alike.
In a village or hamlet like Effingham, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Effingham (KT24)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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The survey, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Around Effingham, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
How we price storm damage roof reports
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
What to let us know when you contact us
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- When you need the report by
- What’s prompted the survey
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Anything about access we should know
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Wind, rain and roofs in Effingham
Historic houses such as Polesden Lacey, about 1.4 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Effingham goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Trees in and around The Forest and the Highlands shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Lawrence Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Effingham is about 4 miles south-west of Leatherhead, in Surrey. Effingham gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Across Surrey, we cover Effingham and the places around it. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Storm damage roof reports in KT24 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include The Street, Crossways and Church Street. Other places close to Effingham include East Horsley (1 mile west), West Horsley (2 miles west), Ockham (3 miles north-west), East Clandon (4 miles west) and Abinger Hammer (4 miles south). Further out, we also cover Guildford (8 miles west), Woking (8 miles north-west), Camberley (15 miles west), Epsom (7 miles north-east), Horley (12 miles south-east) and Redhill (10 miles east).
Local landmarks in Effingham
We work in homes and buildings around The Forest and the Highlands, Howard of Effingham School and The Queen Stage pub, among other places. The closest station to Effingham is Bookham station, about 1.5 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Abinger Castle (4.7 miles south) and Headley Court (5.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Combe Bottom and Box Hill.
Before and after the survey
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Effingham questions
Is Effingham within the area you cover?
Yes, Effingham is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Effingham?
Yes, Effingham is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Effingham as anywhere else.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Wear and tear is not typically covered. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
That’s not something we can promise. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
When to book a survey in Effingham
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, with photographs.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- New damp or leaks inside
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
If you live in an older home near Church of St Lawrence, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Landlord and commercial surveys in Effingham
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.