West Sussex · London and the South East
Hunston Storm Damage Roof Report
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Hunston and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Lead lifted at abutments
Checking the roof from the ground
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
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.
How a storm damage roof report works in Hunston
Our storm damage report starts from £150. It’s a report with photographs, sent by email. It doesn’t price the repairs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for that. 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. Common reasons to book are slipped or missing slates or tiles and stains appearing after strong winds, across chimney stacks, gutters and fascias and ridges and hips.
Roofs in small places like Hunston often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Hunston (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a hamlet or village like Hunston, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Also near Hunston
What else we do in Hunston
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
Leaks and storm damage in Hunston
Hunston is within about 3 miles of the coast, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies, and the insurer decides the claim. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
If you live in an older home near St Leodegar's Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. Anyone responsible for a site like North Mundham Primary School will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. Historic houses such as Goodwood House, about 4.5 miles north, show how far back building around Hunston goes. Older roofs in the area may have lead flashings, valleys and gutters that have been patched many times.
Hunston is about 2 miles south of Chichester, in West Sussex. Hunston is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Hunston is one of the places in West Sussex we cover for storm damage roof reports. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Storm damage roof reports in PO20 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Heath Close, Westlands Road and St Leodegars Way. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Donnington (1 mile west), North Mundham (1 mile east), Runcton (1 mile east), Portfield (2 miles north) and Chichester (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (4 miles east), Selsey (5 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles west), Rustington (12 miles east) and Angmering (13 miles east).
What’s near Hunston
Typical jobs here are in homes near Chichester High School For Girls and The Spotted Cow Public House. Hunston’s nearest station is Chichester station, about 1.5 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include St Richard's Hospital (2.3 miles north) and Chichester Castle (2 miles north).
FAQs for Hunston
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Hunston?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows.
How do I find out if my home in Hunston is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We check everything that can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
In high winds, slates can slip or go, often where nails have rusted. We record which slates have moved and any signs of older nail fatigue.
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. We record what we find.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It sets out what we found and the likely cause, so you are not relying only on your own photos. In a place like Hunston, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- Every finding written up with photos
- Surveys seven days a week
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
What affects the price in Hunston
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Roof area
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. You will know the exact price before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- What made you get in touch
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.