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Storm damage roof report in Lagness, West Sussex
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Lagness from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Water coming in after the storm
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Lagness?
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. Our report covers flat and pitched roofs.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Loose or torn flashings
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Anyone responsible for a site like Rose Green Junior School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Before booking anyone
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Is VAT included in the price?
How a storm damage roof report works in Lagness
What counts as a storm depends on your policy, though many use gusts of about 55 mph. Your policy document sets out its own definition. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. If you are worried about new damp or leaks inside and slipped or missing slates or tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on gutters and fascias, flashings and slate and tile slopes alike.
For a small place like Lagness, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned in advance. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- Lagness (PO20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Lagness
Lagness lies within about 3 miles of the sea. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. Historic houses like Goodwood House, about 4.9 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Lagness goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Landlords with a home close to Bognor Regis station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Giles, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Lagness is about 2 miles west of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Lagness and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
Surveys in PO20 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover the places around Lagness: Runcton (1 mile north-west), Merston (1 mile north), North Mundham (2 miles north-west), Colworth (2 miles north-east) and Hunston (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Worthing (14 miles east), Chichester (4 miles north-west), Selsey (5 miles south-west), Littlehampton (9 miles east), Emsworth (10 miles west) and Rustington (10 miles east).
Local landmarks in Lagness
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Regis School and Avisford and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Bognor Regis station, about 2.5 miles east. Nearby you will also find Tote Copse Castle (2.9 miles north-east) and Bognor Regis Museum (2.5 miles south-east).
Why act early in Lagness
Leaving storm damage can let water into the roof space and rooms below. Further water damage can blur what the storm actually did. Emergency temporary protection should be arranged with a roofer. Older and listed buildings around Lagness may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Prices that include VAT
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Practical tips
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Photograph the damage safely from below
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Questions from Lagness
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Lagness?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Do you cover smaller places like Lagness?
Yes, Lagness is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We are not loss adjusters and don’t act for you with the insurer. We provide an independent record of the roof for you to send to your insurer.
Do you look in the roof space?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
How long will you be at the property?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take about 1–2 hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. The written report follows by email.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
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Other services in Lagness
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Lagness. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. Most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a hamlet or village like Lagness, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You let us know 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 we arrive
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Which survey package you book
- Height and safe access
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
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. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What to let us know when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.