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Storm damage roof report in Farnham, Surrey
An independent record of roof damage after a storm around Farnham, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Questions from Farnham
Do you carry out roof surveys in Farnham?
Yes, Farnham is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Farnham as anywhere else.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Farnham?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
We cannot say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Will you walk 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 applicable let us see the rest.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. Our report then records the roof.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Farnham
After a storm, it helps to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We are not loss adjusters, and we can’t say whether a claim will be paid. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. If you’re worried about flat roof edges peeled back and loose or torn flashings, we can find out what’s behind it, on slate and tile slopes, flashings and flat roofs alike.
Around a town like Farnham, leaks come from older and newer roofs alike. On older roofs it’s often slates, mortar and lead that has split or lifted; later homes can leak at valleys, verges and flat roofs over extensions. Knowing the cause tells you what to do next. It also helps show whether the problem is long-standing wear or recent damage.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Farnham (GU9, GU10)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
Also near Farnham
Also in Farnham
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Farnham
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. The wider area around Farnham has a long history of building, with Farnham Castle about 0.6 miles north-west. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For hotels and guest houses around Farnham, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest, so it pays to find faults before guests do. For landlords with property near Farnham station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Farnham is about 6 miles south of Farnborough, in Surrey. Surveys in Farnham work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at what can safely be seen, photographs and a clear written report. Across Surrey, we cover Farnham. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
All of GU9 and GU10 is covered for storm damage roof reports. You’ll find streets such as Barncroft, Approach Road and Saxon Croft, all of which we cover. Main roads around Farnham include the A31 and A287, which makes travel easy. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Compton (1 mile east), Hale (1 mile north), Upper Hale (2 miles north), Runfold (2 miles east) and Heath End (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Guildford (10 miles east), Woking (12 miles north-east), Camberley (9 miles north), Frimley (8 miles north), Haslemere (9 miles south) and Cranleigh (14 miles east). As one of the bigger places in Surrey, Farnham has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Landmarks near Farnham
We work in homes and buildings around Moor Park, William Cobbett Public House and Weydon School, among other places. There is a railway station in Farnham itself: Farnham station. Well-known places in the area include Museum of Farnham (under half a mile north-west) and Farnham Castle (0.6 miles north-west). The countryside around Farnham includes Farnham Park and Aunt's Pool.
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take between one and two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. For a visit in Farnham, we need access to the loft, any rooms with leaks or stains, and the outside of the building. If there’s a side gate or a rear garden, let us know how to reach it. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there’s access.
- The damage is recorded with photographs, area by area.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Farnham?
Storms don’t only affect pitched roofs. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
Look out for signs like these:
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Take a building like Farnham College: a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What they will not be able to tell you
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge tiles bedded in old mortar can loosen in high winds. Our report says whether it looks freshly damaged or worn over time.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
You’ll need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. 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.