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Storm damage roof report in Horne, Surrey
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Horne from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Loose or torn flashings
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take about one to two hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around Horne frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Getting a price
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or email us, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
How a storm damage roof report works in Horne
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from ground level or from windows, and don’t climb onto the roof. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. If you’ve noticed loose or broken chimney pots and cowls and slipped or missing slates or tiles, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Horne, older roofs have often been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Horne (RH6)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Horne: your questions answered
Will you come out to Horne?
Yes, Horne is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Is my home in Horne 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.
How do I book a survey in Horne?
To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from ground level, and we’ll record the rest.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
How long is the visit?
Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The report follows by email.
Common roof problems in Horne
Landlords and building managers frequently need a written record after a storm. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Loose or torn flashings
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How soon the report will arrive
What else we do in Horne
Storm damage roof reports in Horne: local notes
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Landlords with a home close to Godstone station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Horne is about 4 miles east of Horley, in Surrey. Horne gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Our Surrey coverage includes Horne. Crawley is in our area too.
We work across the RH6 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Streets in the area include Church Road and Whitewood Lane, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Horne: Whitewood (1 mile north-east), Blindley Heath (1 mile north-east), Newchapel (2 miles south-east), Lingfield Common (3 miles east) and Domewood (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Epsom (13 miles north-west), Horley (4 miles west), Redhill (5 miles north-west), Ewell (14 miles north-west), Reigate (6 miles north-west) and Caterham (7 miles north).
Around Horne
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Jolly Farmer pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Godstone station, roughly 2.6 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are East Surrey Hospital (4.2 miles north-west) and Bletchingley Castle (3.8 miles north). For a walk, there is Bay Pond and Hedgecourt Lake.
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. It is your record to use.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. We record which are loose or damaged.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. The survey notes loose, cracked or missing ridge and hip tiles.
Why get it checked now?
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is usually better. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
For a price for your roof in Horne, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Horne
- 98% customer satisfaction
- 20+ years’ experience
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
It’s useful to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- The outcome of a claim
- Areas we can’t see safely
- Estimates of repair costs
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings