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Keynor Estate Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Keynor Estate, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Lead lifted at abutments
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Keynor Estate
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. If you’re worried about water coming in after the storm and roofs hit by falling trees, we can find out what’s behind it, on chimney stacks, flat roofs and ridges and hips alike.
Many homes in small places like Keynor Estate face open ground, 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.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Keynor Estate (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price storm damage roof reports
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The roof’s overall size
- Height and safe access
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What made you get in touch
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
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Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Edge trims and laps are frequently where flat roof coverings start to peel back. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.
Slate roofs
Slates often outlast the nails that hold them. The report records whether slipped slates look like storm damage or older wear.
What happens if roof problems are left?
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Keynor Estate
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- 98% customer satisfaction
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. All told, expect about 1–2 hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a hamlet or village like Keynor Estate, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- 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.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Storm damage roof reports in Keynor Estate: local notes
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Keynor Estate, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Driving rain off the sea can be pushed into gaps that stay dry in calmer weather. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Sidlesham Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. For landlords with property near Chichester station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. The streets around a church such as St Mary Our Lady Sidlesham are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Keynor Estate is about 2 miles north of Selsey, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in Keynor Estate, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Keynor Estate is one of the places in West Sussex we cover for storm damage roof reports. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
We cover every part of the PO20 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Local streets include Chalk Lane and Cow Lane, all of which we cover. Other places close to Keynor Estate include Sidlesham (1 mile north-east), Street End (1 mile north), Church Norton (2 miles south-east), Sidlesham Common (2 miles north) and Pagham (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (5 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north), Littlehampton (12 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles north-west), Rustington (13 miles east) and Angmering (14 miles east).
Local landmarks in Keynor Estate
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Academy. The nearest railway station is Chichester station, about 4.4 miles north of the centre. Nearby you will also find Selsey Lifeboat Museum (2.9 miles south) and St Richard's Hospital (5.2 miles north).
Surveys for landlords and agents in Keynor Estate
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Questions from Keynor Estate
Is my home in Keynor Estate listed or in a conservation area?
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 cover smaller places like Keynor Estate?
Yes, Keynor Estate is covered. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is not normally covered. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run seven days a week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Complain to your insurer first. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when booking.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.