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Storm damage roof report in Jacobs Well, Surrey
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Jacobs Well. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Broken or displaced guttering
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Jacobs Well
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from the ground, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it’s safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. We are often asked to look into holes or cracks caused by debris and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind, on chimney stacks, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes.
Being in a small place like Jacobs Well makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Jacobs Well (GU4)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price storm damage roof reports
We confirm the exact price before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Common questions in Jacobs Well
How do I find out if my home in Jacobs Well 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.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Jacobs Well?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Jacobs Well as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How long is the visit?
It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it is safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so it’s clear what we found. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from the ground or from windows. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you as you book.
Jacobs Well roofs and the weather
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. Guildford Castle, about 2.3 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Jacobs Well. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you own a rental within reach of Worplesdon station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. If you run a business near The Peacocks, a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters.
Jacobs Well is about 1 mile north of Guildford, in Surrey. We provide storm damage roof reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Jacobs Well. Our Surrey coverage includes Jacobs Well and the places around it.
Surveys in GU4 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Douglas Close, Barnett Row and Queenhythe Crescent or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you are just outside Jacobs Well, we cover Bellfields (1 mile south-west), Sutton Green (1 mile north-east), Burpham (1 mile south-east), Stoughton (1 mile south-west) and Pyle Hill (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Woking (3 miles north), Camberley (8 miles north-west), Epsom (14 miles east), Farnham (11 miles west), Ewell (15 miles north-east) and Egham (11 miles north).
Local landmarks in Jacobs Well
Typical jobs here are in homes near Stringer's Common, Pond Meadow School and Christ's College and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Worplesdon station, about 1.5 miles north of the centre. Nearby you will also find The Peacocks (3.6 miles north) and Guildford Castle (2.3 miles south). Open spaces near Jacobs Well include Silent Pool and Littlefield Common.
Why get it checked now?
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Acting quickly usually means less damage overall. Older and listed buildings around Jacobs Well 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, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- An independent look at the roof
- Surveys seven days a week
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Towns and villages near Jacobs Well
What else we do in Jacobs Well
Checking the roof from the ground
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen. Most surveys take between one and two hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Cottages and farmhouses around Jacobs Well often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- 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 photos.
Before the survey
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
When you need someone else
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- A decision on your insurance claim
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
What we are asked to look at in Jacobs Well
Storms don’t only affect pitched roofs. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. Our report covers flat and pitched roofs.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Weyfield Academy, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Which limits apply to the survey
- When you will get the report
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price