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Storm Damage Roof Report in Gatton
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Gatton. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
DIY checks: what’s safe
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book.
Storm damage roof report in Gatton
High winds normally affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. 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. If you’ve noticed roofs hit by falling trees and damaged gutters and fascias, we can find out what’s behind it.
For a small place like Gatton, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Gatton (RH2, RH1)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Gatton
Is Gatton in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Gatton as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Gatton 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 I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we’ll agree the details when you book.
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.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
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What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- House, block, shop or office
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Helping us price your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- When you need the report by
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Storm damage roof reports in Gatton: local notes
Older houses across Surrey frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Andrew's Church, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. Take a building like Lime Tree Primary School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. If you let a flat or house near Merstham station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Gatton is about 2 miles north of Redhill, in Surrey. In Gatton, as across Surrey, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our Surrey coverage includes Gatton and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Surveys in RH2 and RH1 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as Rocky Lane and Gatton Bottom. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include South Merstham (1 mile east), Holmethorpe (1 mile south-east), Merstham (1 mile north-east), Mugswell (1 mile north-west) and Redhill (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Epsom (7 miles north-west), Horley (6 miles south), Ewell (7 miles north-west), Walton-on-Thames (13 miles north-west), Caterham (4 miles north-east) and Dorking (7 miles west).
Around Gatton
Typical jobs here are in homes near East Surrey College, Nutfield Marshes and St Bede's School and the streets around them. Gatton’s nearest station is Merstham station, roughly 1 mile east. Well-known places in the area include East Surrey Hospital (3.1 miles south) and The Belfry (1.6 miles south). Open spaces near Gatton include Colley Hill and Mercers Lake.
What we cannot see
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Estimates of repair costs
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- A decision on your insurance claim
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Gatton often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- 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 is access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
How to prepare
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Advice
Useful tips for Gatton property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Photograph damage inside the house too
If anything in the report is not clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They can help show the roof was looked after.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Leaving storm damage can let water into the loft space and rooms below. That can add to the damage and make it harder to separate from the storm. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. In a small place like Gatton, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Gatton
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Prices that include VAT
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.