West Sussex · London and the South East
Fittleworth Storm Damage Roof Report
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Fittleworth. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Storm damage roof report in Fittleworth
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Falling branches can cause damage too. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. Common reasons to book are slipped or missing slates or tiles and damage from fallen branches or debris, across flashings, flat roofs and chimney stacks.
In a village or hamlet like Fittleworth, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you are 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 is worth finding the cause soon.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Location
- Fittleworth (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Leaving storm damage can let water into the roof space and rooms below. Further water damage can blur what the storm actually did. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. Older and listed buildings around Fittleworth may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why book with us
- Plain-English reports with photos
- An independent view of the roof
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Fittleworth
Letting agents and landlords in Fittleworth book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Leaks and storm damage in Fittleworth
Historic houses like Old Place Manor, about 2.1 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Fittleworth goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Anyone responsible for a site like Fittleworth CofE Village School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. For landlords with property near Pulborough station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Fittleworth is about 11 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Fittleworth is one of many places we visit across West Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Fittleworth is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Storm damage roof reports in RH20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets like Fairmead Close, School Lane and Greatpin Croft. Other places close to Fittleworth include Bedham (1 mile north), Lower Horncroft (1 mile south), Coates (1 mile south-west), Hardham (2 miles south-east) and Coldwaltham (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Horsham (13 miles north-east), Worthing (12 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south-west), Chichester (13 miles south-west), Littlehampton (11 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Fittleworth
In Fittleworth, that means homes and buildings near The Swan Hotel, among other places. The nearest railway station is Pulborough station, roughly 1.9 miles east. Nearby you will also find Coates Castle (1.5 miles south-west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (2.5 miles west). For a walk, there is Bignor Hill and The Mens.
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
Your insurer may send a loss adjuster to look at the damage. You’ll have your own independent record to refer to.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
Questions from Fittleworth
Do you cover smaller places like Fittleworth?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Fittleworth?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Fittleworth is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from ground level first if it’s safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. We will confirm the timing when booking.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Start by complaining to the insurer. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that does not resolve it. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It varies by policy. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for those.
Also near Fittleworth
What else we do in Fittleworth
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The size of the roof
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
For a price for your roof in Fittleworth, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Anything about access we should know
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
How the survey works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes between one and two hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. For a village or hamlet like Fittleworth, the journey is planned beforehand: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Fittleworth?
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. The decision still rests with the insurer.
Common reasons to book include:
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damaged flat roof membrane
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- How long the report takes to arrive