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Guildford Storm Damage Roof Report
Wondering about the roof at a property in Guildford? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Guildford and across Surrey.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Guildford questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Guildford?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
How should I get ready for a visit in Guildford?
Mostly, it’s about access: the loft hatch, any locked gates and where to park in Guildford. It also helps to know about any leaks or earlier repairs.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
That is not something we can promise. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
How long does the survey take?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The written report follows by email.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Guildford
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We are not loss adjusters and cannot tell you if your claim will succeed. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. If you’ve noticed slipped or missing slates or tiles and stains appearing after strong winds, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Flats above shops, offices and blocks with flat roofs are common in places the size of Guildford. Flat roofs leak at upstands, outlets, splits and blisters, and water can travel under the covering before it drips. Moisture readings and a close look at the details help narrow down where it is coming in. The usual signs are ponding, blisters and splits in the covering.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Guildford (GU1, GU2, GU4, GU3)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price storm damage roof reports
We confirm the price for your survey before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- House, block, shop or office
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The size of the roof
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What to tell us when you contact us
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- When you need the report by
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Guildford, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Nearby places to Guildford
What else we do in Guildford
When to book a survey in Guildford
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. The decision still rests with the insurer.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- New damp or leaks inside
- Loose or torn flashings
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
Homes near green spaces like Stoke Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn.
What to check before booking
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- How your policy defines a storm
- The outcome of a claim
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Older stacks with worn pointing or cracked flaunching are more likely to suffer. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
Flat roof coverings
Edge trims and laps are frequently where flat roof coverings start to peel back. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.
The survey, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Visits in a place the size of Guildford range from flats and family homes to offices and blocks. Access is the part that changes most from one building to the next, so it is agreed before the day. Surveys can be booked for any day of the week.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
Leaks and storm damage in Guildford
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. 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. Guildford Castle, about 0.9 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Guildford. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you live in an older home near Church of St John the Evangelist, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Guildford means lost rooms as well as repairs.
Guildford is about 27 miles south-west of London, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Guildford across London and South East England. Guildford is one of the places in Surrey we cover.
Every address in GU1, GU2, GU4 and GU3 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Church Road, Market Street and High Street or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Guildford sits on or near the A3 and A25, which makes travel easy. We also cover Bellfields (1 mile north), Abbotswood (1 mile south-east), Stoughton (1 mile north-west), Westborough (1 mile west) and Burpham (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Woking (5 miles north), Camberley (9 miles north-west), Epsom (15 miles north-east), Farnham (10 miles west), Egham (13 miles north) and Walton-on-Thames (12 miles north-east). Guildford is one of the larger places we cover in Surrey.
What’s near Guildford
Typical jobs here are in homes near The King's Head pub, Guildford High School and Surrey Maths School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is London Road (Guildford) station, about 0.6 miles south-east. Nearby you’ll also find Guildford Castle (0.9 miles south) and Guildford House (0.8 miles south). Not far away are Silent Pool and Pewley Hill.
Checking the roof from ground level
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.