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Storm damage roof report in Forest Green, Surrey
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Forest Green.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Storm damage roof report in Forest Green: what you get
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and don’t climb onto the roof. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. We survey slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and broken or displaced guttering.
For a small place like Forest Green, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It’s useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Forest Green (RH5)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a small place like Forest Green, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Leave it or get it looked at?
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from the ground. That keeps a record of how it looked. In a small place like Forest Green, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% customer satisfaction
See our cost guide and our case studies.
What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Estimates of repair costs
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Forest Green
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
Surveys for landlords and agents in Forest Green
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
What we’re asked to look at in Forest Green
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. Your insurer still makes the decision.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damaged ridges and hips
Landlords with a home close to Ockley station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Before booking anyone
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
Wind, rain and roofs in Forest Green
In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
Take an older house close to Holy Trinity: leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. If you live near a park such as Wallis Wood, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Forest Green is about 6 miles south-west of Dorking, in Surrey. Wherever you are in Forest Green, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
We work across the RH5 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. That includes homes and businesses on Horsham Road and Ockley Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Forest Green include Ockley (2 miles south-east), Abinger Bottom (2 miles north), Coldharbour (2 miles north-east), Friday Street (3 miles north) and Abinger Common (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Guildford (10 miles north-west), Woking (13 miles north-west), Epsom (13 miles north-east), Horley (10 miles east), Redhill (11 miles north-east) and Ewell (15 miles north-east).
What’s near Forest Green
Around Forest Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Parrot pub and Wallis Wood. For rail, the closest station is Ockley station, roughly 2.6 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Abinger Castle (2.9 miles north) and Mesolithic Museum (2.9 miles north). For a walk, there is Leith Hill and Vann Lake.
Common questions in Forest Green
How do I find out if my home in Forest Green is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Forest Green?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Forest Green is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
That’s not something we can promise. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
How long does the survey take?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take between one and two hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. The report is sent afterwards by email.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from ground level first if it’s safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.