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Storm Damage Roof Report in Kirdford
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Kirdford. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
Storm damage roof report in Kirdford
Our storm damage report gives you an independent, written record of how a storm has affected your roof. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We’re not loss adjusters, and we cannot tell you whether a claim will succeed. If you’re worried about damaged gutters and fascias and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Roofs in small places like Kirdford frequently stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Kirdford (RH14)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Somewhere like Kirdford needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Leave side gates unlocked
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Getting a price
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
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Kirdford roofs and the weather
With Petworth House about 4.1 miles south-west, Kirdford sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you own a rental within reach of Billingshurst station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Kirdford is about 10 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Kirdford and nearby. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: RH14. Streets in the area include Oakside, Poplar Walk and Maple Drive, all of which we cover. Other places close to Kirdford include Mackerel's Common (1 mile north), Balls Cross (2 miles west), Wisborough Green (2 miles east), Plaistow (2 miles north) and Ifold (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Horsham (10 miles east), Littlehampton (15 miles south), Storrington (9 miles south-east), Billingshurst (5 miles east), Bewbush (15 miles east) and Angmering (15 miles south).
Near you in Kirdford
The closest station to Kirdford is Billingshurst station, about 4.7 miles east of the centre. Not far away are Shillinglee Lake and The Mens.
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from ground level if it’s safe. That keeps a record of how it looked. Older and listed buildings around Kirdford may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why us?
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- PI and public liability insurance
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 20 years’ experience
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
What we are asked to look at in Kirdford
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. 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.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
The streets around a church like The Parish Church of St John the Baptist are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Kirdford
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Which survey package you book
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- When you need the report by
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Anything about access we should know
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Kirdford questions
Is Kirdford in the area you cover?
Yes, Kirdford is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover smaller places like Kirdford?
Yes, Kirdford is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details when you book.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from the ground or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Start by complaining to the insurer. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that doesn’t resolve it. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take between one and two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. The report is sent afterwards by email.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Our reports start from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs