Surrey · London and the South East
Fairlands Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Fairlands, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
What we can’t see
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Areas we cannot see safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
Storm damage roof report in Fairlands
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. It sets out what is damaged, with photographs, and what we think the likely cause is. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We’re not loss adjusters, and we can’t tell you whether a claim will succeed. We survey chimney stacks, flat roofs and gutters and fascias, and people most often book us about new damp or leaks inside and gaps where slates or tiles have gone.
Somewhere as small as Fairlands, older roofs have often been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term 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
- Fairlands (GU3)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports around Fairlands
The wider area around Fairlands has a long history of building, with Guildford Castle about 2.8 miles south-east. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Homes near green spaces such as Chitty's Common can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn. If you let a flat or house near Guildford station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Fairlands is about 2 miles north-west of Guildford, in Surrey. Wherever you are in Fairlands, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Fairlands is one of the places in Surrey where we work.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: GU3. Whether your property is on Dynevor Place, Brooke Forest and Kiln Meadows or a nearby road, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Wood Street Village (1 mile south-west), Worplesdon (1 mile north), Willey Green (2 miles west), Stanford Common (2 miles north-west) and Onslow Village (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Woking (4 miles north-east), Camberley (7 miles north-west), Farnham (8 miles south-west), Egham (12 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (12 miles north-east) and Dorking (13 miles east).
What’s near Fairlands
In Fairlands, that means homes and buildings near Chitty's Common, Hare and Hounds pub and Kings College Guildford, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Guildford station, about 2.4 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Guildford Castle (2.8 miles south-east) and Guildford Cathedral Treasury (1.9 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Littlefield Common and Pewley Hill.
FAQs for Fairlands
Is my home in Fairlands listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Fairlands?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Fairlands is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. Repair costs aren’t included, so ask a roofer to quote.
Do you look in the roof space?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
Only your insurer can decide that. We record the damage, with photos and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The written report follows by email.
Towns and villages near Fairlands
Also in Fairlands
What affects the price in Fairlands
We confirm the price for the job before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The roof’s overall size
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Fairlands
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Acting quickly usually means less damage overall. In a place like Fairlands, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book us in Fairlands
- Visits on any day of the week
- Package prices that include VAT
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
How the survey works
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a small place like Fairlands, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
How to book
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Fairlands
Branches and trees frequently come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, backed up with photos.
People usually book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Flat roof edges peeled back
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Worplesdon Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether the price includes VAT