West Sussex · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Horsted Keynes
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Horsted Keynes and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Surveys for landlords and agents in Horsted Keynes
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
Storm damage roof report in Horsted Keynes
Wear and tear is typically excluded from home insurance. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. Our report records both: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We give an honest view of what we see. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. If you’ve noticed water coming in after the storm and lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles, we can find out what’s behind it, on chimney stacks, ridges and hips and flat roofs alike.
Roofs in small places like Horsted Keynes often stand in the open, 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.
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.
- Place
- Horsted Keynes (RH17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
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 Horsted Keynes may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
What you get with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- 98% of clients satisfied
- An independent view of the roof
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
FAQs for Horsted Keynes
Is Horsted Keynes within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Horsted Keynes?
Yes, Horsted Keynes is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Horsted Keynes?
It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof. Surveys run on any day of the week.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we’ll record the rest.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Towns and villages near Horsted Keynes
Other services in Horsted Keynes
Storm damage roof reports around Horsted Keynes
Historic houses like Priest House, about 3 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Horsted Keynes goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
For landlords with property near Haywards Heath station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. Take a building like St Giles CofE Primary School: a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you live in an older home near St Giles' Church, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Horsted Keynes is about 4 miles north-east of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Horsted Keynes and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Here we cover the RH17 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include Station Road, Rixons Orchard and Leighton Road, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Danehill (1 mile east), Birchgrove (2 miles north-east), Highbrook (2 miles north-west), Chelwood Common (2 miles east) and Furner's Green (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (9 miles north-west), Horsham (13 miles west), Haywards Heath (4 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (7 miles south-west), East Grinstead (6 miles north) and Broadfield (9 miles north-west).
Around Horsted Keynes
In Horsted Keynes, that means homes and buildings near The Green Man pub, among other places. The closest station to Horsted Keynes is Haywards Heath station, about 4 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Waterbury Castle (under half a mile north-west) and Princess Royal Hospital (4.1 miles south-west). Not far away are Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Lifted flashings let rain run behind them into the roof. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. We record what we find.
What this survey cannot tell you
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Horsted Keynes
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In a hamlet or village like Horsted Keynes, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there’s access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
How to prepare
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.