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Storm Damage Roof Report in Heath Common
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Heath Common, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Broken or displaced guttering
Storm damage roof report in Heath Common
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. We survey ridges and hips, flat roofs and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are loose or torn flashings and damaged flat roof membrane.
Being in a small place like Heath Common makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Heath Common (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Heath Common
Do you cover Heath Common?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Do you cover smaller places like Heath Common?
Yes. Heath Common is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How do I book a survey in Heath Common?
Just ring 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
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.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from ground level, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Nearby places to Heath Common
Other services in Heath Common
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. They can damage the roof in high winds.
What we are asked to look at in Heath Common
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. We record the damage and where it is, with photos.
Look out for signs like these:
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
For hotels and guest houses around Heath Common, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest, so it’s worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Will the report include photos?
- What happens after the report arrives
- Which limits apply to the survey
What happens if roof problems are left?
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Later weather and temporary repairs can make it harder to see what happened. Older and listed buildings around Heath Common may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Heath Common
- Package prices that include VAT
- Photos and a written report every time
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Leaks and storm damage in Heath Common
About 3.1 miles west lies Parham House, a reminder of how long the area around Heath Common has been built on. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of the Holy Sepulchre, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. Landlords with a home close to Pulborough station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Heath Common is about 1 mile east of Storrington, in West Sussex. Heath Common gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at what can be seen safely, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Every address in RH20 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Rock Road, Hampers Lane and Bracken Lane and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Abingworth (1 mile north-west), Rock (1 mile south-east), Warminghurst (1 mile north-east), Storrington (1 mile west) and Sullington (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Horsham (11 miles north-east), Worthing (7 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (15 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (9 miles south-west).
What’s near Heath Common
Typical jobs here are in homes near Rydon Community College, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Pulborough station, about 4.7 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are The Storrington And District Museum (1.2 miles south-west). Open spaces near Heath Common include Chanctonbury Hill and Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. For a village or hamlet like Heath Common, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The roof’s overall size
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- House, block, shop or office
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- The address and postcode of the property
- When you need the report by
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.