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Storm damage roof report in Godalming, Surrey
Wondering about the roof at a property in Godalming? You can book a storm damage roof report in Godalming and across Surrey, with plain-English findings.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Damaged pots on the stack
Different roofs, different checks
Slate roofs
Slates frequently outlast the nails that hold them. We check whether slipped slates suggest storm damage, older wear or both.
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. Each one is recorded with photos.
Storm damage roof report in Godalming
Our storm damage report gives you an independent, written record of how a storm has affected your roof. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We’re not loss adjusters, and we cannot tell you whether a claim will succeed. We survey gutters and fascias, chimney stacks and flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and holes or cracks caused by debris.
Older cottages and houses around Godalming may have roofs with little or no underlay. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Whether it’s long-term wear or recent damage makes a difference to what happens next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are often the first clues.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Godalming (GU7, GU8)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Godalming
Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. The wider area around Godalming has a long history of building, with Loseley Park about 2.2 miles north. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Homes near green spaces such as Phillips Memorial Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn. For landlords with property near Godalming station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Godalming is about 5 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. Godalming is one of many places we visit across Surrey, for homes and businesses alike. Godalming is one of the places in Surrey where we work for storm damage roof reports.
Here we cover the GU7 and GU8 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on High Street, Station Road and Market Mews and the roads around them. Godalming is on the A3100 and B2130, which makes it simple to reach. If you are just outside Godalming, we cover Aaron's Hill (1 mile west), Busbridge (1 mile south-east), Farncombe (1 mile north), Tuesley (1 mile south) and Upper Eashing (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (5 miles north), Woking (9 miles north), Camberley (11 miles north-west), Farnham (8 miles west), Dorking (13 miles east) and Frimley (10 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Godalming
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Richmond Arms Public House, Godalming College and St Hilary's School, among other places. There’s a railway station in Godalming itself: Godalming station. Other landmarks nearby include Guildford Castle (3.9 miles north-east) and Godalming Museum (within half a mile north). Open spaces near Godalming include Frith Hill and Farncombe Wood.
Towns and villages near Godalming
Also in Godalming
What we do, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Parking around Godalming is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest.
- 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 ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
How we price storm damage roof reports
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Which survey package you book
- How big the roof is
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
What to let us know when you get in touch
We’ll typically ask about:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- When you need the report by
- What made you get in touch
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Common questions in Godalming
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Godalming?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover smaller places like Godalming?
Yes, Godalming is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
How long will you be at the property?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The report follows by email.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect what can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from the ground first if it is safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It varies by policy. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but your policy sets the actual test.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
When to book a survey in Godalming
A storm often finds a roof’s existing weak spots. Nail fatigue, eroded ridge mortar and tired flashings can all fail in high winds. Our report notes both the storm damage and any older wear.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Loose or torn flashings
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Water coming in after the storm
The streets around a church such as St Edmund Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Questions to ask before booking
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Are they insured for the work?
Leave it or get it looked at?
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. Our report gives an honest view of both, so you know what the roof shows. Around Godalming, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- Prices that include VAT
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- An independent look at the roof
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Tips that help
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
Your insurer may send a loss adjuster to look at the damage. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.