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Storm damage roof report in Kilnwood Vale, West Sussex
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Kilnwood Vale from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Kilnwood Vale?
Roofs that were already worn are more likely to suffer in a storm. Corroded nails on slate roofs, worn mortar on ridges and old flashings can all give way. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- New damp or leaks inside
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
If you look after a building like The Bewbush Academy, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Will the report include photos?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Kilnwood Vale
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. Common reasons to book are water coming in after the storm and gutters pulled loose in the wind, on chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and flat roofs.
Many homes in small places like Kilnwood Vale face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Location
- Kilnwood Vale (RH12, RH11)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaving storm damage can let water into the loft space and rooms below. That can add to the damage and make it harder to separate from the storm. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. Around Kilnwood Vale, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why book with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- A written report with photographs
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Common questions in Kilnwood Vale
Is Kilnwood Vale within the area you cover?
Yes, Kilnwood Vale is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Kilnwood Vale?
Yes, Kilnwood Vale is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Kilnwood Vale as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
There is no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Check your policy wording.
How long will you be at the property?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We look at everything that can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from ground level, and we’ll record the rest.
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What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- A price for the repairs
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
Checking the roof from ground level
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Leaks and storm damage in Kilnwood Vale
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Homes near green spaces such as Target Hill Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn. If you run a business near County Mall, a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters.
Kilnwood Vale is about 1 mile south-west of Bewbush, in West Sussex. Roofs in Kilnwood Vale get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Sussex. Our West Sussex coverage includes Kilnwood Vale.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: RH12 and RH11. We cover properties on Turnpike Lane, Crusades Road and Rookfield Road. Kilnwood Vale sits on or near the A264, which makes travel easy. We also cover the places around Kilnwood Vale: Faygate (1 mile west), Colgate (1 mile south), Broadfield (2 miles east), Roffey (3 miles south-west) and Handcross (3 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (3 miles east), Horsham (4 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (11 miles south-east), East Grinstead (10 miles east) and Storrington (15 miles south-west).
What’s near Kilnwood Vale
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Target Hill Park, Holy Trinity CofE Secondary School and Cottesmore School. The closest station to Kilnwood Vale is Faygate station, about 0.9 miles west of the centre. A little further out are County Mall (2.7 miles north-east) and Crawley Museum (2.7 miles north-east). The countryside around Kilnwood Vale includes Warnham LNR and Tilgate Lake.
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Which survey package you book
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.
What to let us know when you contact us
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The kind of building and roof involved
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we will recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
How it works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Cottages and farmhouses around Kilnwood Vale often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.