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Storm Damage Roof Report in Farley Green
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Farley Green, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
Storm damage roof report in Farley Green: what you get
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. We survey chimney stacks, flashings and ridges and hips, and people most often book us about slates and tiles blown off the roof and damaged flat roof membrane.
Many homes in small places like Farley Green face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Farley Green (GU5)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Farley Green questions
How do I find out if my home in Farley Green is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is Farley Green in the area you cover?
Yes, Farley Green is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
It varies by policy. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but your policy sets the actual test.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Farley Green
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Places near Farley Green
What else we do in Farley Green
When you need someone else
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- A decision on your insurance claim
- How your policy defines a storm
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
What we do, step by step
It is 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 about one to two hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Around Farley Green, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- 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’s access.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
How to book
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Wind, rain and roofs in Farley Green
In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. Chilworth Manor, about 2.7 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Farley Green. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
If you live in an older home near St Michael, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. Landlords with a home close to Chilworth station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Trees in and around Cucknell's Wood shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters.
Farley Green is about 5 miles south-east of Guildford, in Surrey. In Farley Green, as across Surrey, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages.
We cover every part of GU5 for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include Ride Lane, Shophouse Lane and August Lane, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Farley Green: Peaslake (2 miles east), Holmbury St Mary (3 miles east), Pitland Street (3 miles east), Ewhurst (4 miles south-east) and Cranleigh (4 miles south). Further out, we also cover Guildford (5 miles north-west), Woking (9 miles north-west), Camberley (14 miles north-west), Epsom (13 miles north-east), Horley (14 miles east) and Redhill (14 miles east).
Near you in Farley Green
We work in homes and buildings around King William IV Public House and Cucknell's Wood. Farley Green’s nearest station is Chilworth station, roughly 2.3 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Abinger Castle (3.3 miles east) and Shere Museum (1.8 miles north-east). Not far away are St Martha's Hill and Combe Bottom.
Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They can help show the roof was looked after.
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. We record any damage we can see.
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. We record any damage and where it is.