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Storm Damage Roof Report in Holmwood Corner
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Holmwood Corner, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. We photograph each gap.
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. We record what we find.
About our storm damage roof report in Holmwood Corner
Our storm damage report starts from £150. It’s a written report with photos, sent by email. It is not a repair quote and does not include repair costs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. The insurer may still send a loss adjuster of its own. What you get is an independent record of the damage and what seems to have caused it. We survey gutters and fascias, flat roofs and ridges and hips, and people most frequently book us about roofs hit by falling trees and slates and tiles blown off the roof.
Many homes in small places like Holmwood Corner face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
It isn’t only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Where
- Holmwood Corner (RH5)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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When to book a survey in Holmwood Corner
Roofs that were already worn are more likely to suffer in a storm. Corroded nails on slate roofs, worn mortar on ridges and old flashings can all give way. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
Common reasons to book include:
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
Homes near green spaces like Inholms Clay Pit can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn.
Before booking anyone
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Holmwood Corner roofs and the weather
An older home may be listed, or stand 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. 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.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary Magdalene: the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. For landlords with property near Holmwood station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Holmwood Corner is about 3 miles south of Dorking, in Surrey. Anywhere in Holmwood Corner, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Surrey, we cover Holmwood Corner and the places around it. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in RH5 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover the places around Holmwood Corner: South Holmwood (1 mile north-west), Beare Green (1 mile south), Coldharbour (2 miles west), Capel (3 miles south) and Friday Street (3 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (12 miles west), Woking (14 miles north-west), Epsom (11 miles north), Horley (7 miles east), Redhill (7 miles north-east) and Ewell (12 miles north).
What’s near Holmwood Corner
Typical jobs here are in homes near Inholms Clay Pit. Holmwood Corner has its own railway station: Holmwood station. A little further out are Mesolithic Museum (3.8 miles west) and Betchworth Castle (3.6 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Leith Hill and Vann Lake.
Questions from Holmwood Corner
Will you come out to Holmwood Corner?
Yes, Holmwood Corner is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Is Holmwood Corner in the area you cover?
Yes, Holmwood Corner is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
What do I do if water is coming in?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. We can record the damage in our report.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. It does not include repair costs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for those.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Estimates of repair costs
- Acting for you with the insurer
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
Landlord and commercial surveys in Holmwood Corner
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Holmwood Corner. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Holmwood Corner
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- House, block, shop or office
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What to tell us when you contact us
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a hamlet or village like Holmwood Corner, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.