West Sussex · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Iping
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Iping. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged flat roof membrane
Iping questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Iping?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Iping is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
Will you come out to Iping?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How long will you be at the property?
Most surveys take about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. We will confirm the timing when you book.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Please don’t climb onto the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Iping
After a storm, it helps to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We aren’t loss adjusters, and we cannot say whether a claim will be paid. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. Common reasons to book are broken or displaced guttering and stains appearing after strong winds, on flashings, slate and tile slopes and chimney stacks.
Roofs in small places like Iping often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Iping (GU29)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. Our report gives an honest view of both, so you know what the roof shows. In a small place like Iping, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Iping
- PI and public liability insurance
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- A written report with photos
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
What affects the price in Iping
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- House, block, shop or office
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Anything about access we should know
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Wind, rain and roofs in Iping
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung 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. Historic houses such as Cowdray House, about 2.5 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Iping goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
Landlords with a home close to Liphook station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mary, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Iping is about 7 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. If you are in Iping, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Here we cover the GU29 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Close by, we survey roofs in Stedham (1 mile south-east), Minsted (1 mile south), Woolbeding (1 mile east), Bepton Common (2 miles south-east) and Midhurst (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (15 miles south), Chichester (11 miles south), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Billingshurst (15 miles east), Portfield (11 miles south) and Yapton (15 miles south-east).
Near you in Iping
In Iping, that means homes and buildings near Midhurst Rother College. The nearest railway station is Liphook station, roughly 5 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Midhurst Museum (2.2 miles south-east) and Midhurst Community Hospital (2.2 miles east). Open spaces near Iping include Iping and Stedham Commons and Wheeler's Down.
How it works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take an hour or two at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a hamlet or village like Iping, 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. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- 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.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
How to prepare
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
How to book
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Common roof problems in Iping
Gusts work at anything on a roof that is loose or exposed. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
People usually book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Anyone responsible for a site like Stedham Primary School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Useful tips for Iping property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Photograph the damage safely from below
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They can help show the roof was looked after.
Roof by roof
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. We photograph and describe the damage.
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We note what we can see of how tiles are fixed.