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Storm damage roof report in Langley Vale, Surrey

An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Langley Vale and the rest of Surrey. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.

  • Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
  • Damaged flat roof membrane
  • Lead lifted at abutments

Independent storm damage roof reports in Langley Vale

How a storm damage roof report works in Langley Vale

High winds typically affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Falling branches can cause damage too. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. If you’ve noticed loose or torn flashings and damaged flat roof membrane, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.

Many homes in small places like Langley Vale face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.

If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.

Illustration of loose slates flying off a roof in strong wind
Place
Langley Vale (KT18)
Region
Surrey
Cost
From £150 inc. VAT
Your report
Written, with photos, emailed to you
When we survey
Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
Cover
PI and public liability insurance
Call
07833 053749
Page updated
27 October 2026

Why get it checked now?

Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. Our report gives an honest view of both, so you know what the roof shows. Outbuildings and barns around Langley Vale are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.

Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before you book.

Why book with us

  • Packages from £150, inc. VAT
  • Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
  • CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
  • Plain-English reports with photos

See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.

What we do, step by step

Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a small place like Langley Vale, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.

  1. We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
  2. The roof is inspected from safe positions.
  3. Each area of damage is photographed and described.
  4. We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
  5. We send you the report by email for your insurer.

How to prepare

  • Tell us about parking before the day
  • Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
  • Note where any stains or damp appear

Book a survey

Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.

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When you need someone else

Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:

  • A decision on your insurance claim
  • Your insurer’s view of the claim
  • Areas we cannot see safely

If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.

What this survey covers

  • Slate and tile slopes
  • Flat roofs
  • Flashings
  • Ridges and hips
  • Chimney stacks
  • Gutters and fascias

Leaks and storm damage in Langley Vale

Fitznells Manor, about 3.2 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Langley Vale. 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. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.

Anyone responsible for a site like The Vale Primary School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If you live in an older home near St Stephen On The Downs, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.

Langley Vale is about 2 miles east of Ashtead, in Surrey. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Langley Vale for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Across Surrey, we cover Langley Vale and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Crawley.

All of KT18 is covered for storm damage roof reports. That includes homes and businesses on Grosvenor Road, Harding Road and Rosebery Road. If you are just outside Langley Vale, we cover Tattenham Corner (1 mile east), Great Burgh (1 mile east), Epsom Downs (1 mile north-east), Burgh Heath (2 miles east) and Epsom (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (14 miles west), Woking (13 miles west), Horley (10 miles south-east), Redhill (6 miles south-east), Ewell (3 miles north) and Egham (15 miles north-west).

Near you in Langley Vale

We work in homes and buildings around Ashtead Park, Derby Arms and Rosebery School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Tattenham Corner station, about 1 mile east. Other landmarks nearby include Headley Court (1.1 miles south-west) and Walton on the Hill (1.8 miles south). The countryside around Langley Vale includes Cuddington Meadows and Colley Hill.

Map of Langley Vale © OpenStreetMap contributors

Prices for storm damage roof reports in Langley Vale

Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:

  • Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
  • Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
  • Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
  • The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen

Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT.

What to let us know when you contact us

There’s no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:

  • Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
  • Where the property is, with the postcode
  • Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
  • Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work

We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.

Before and after the survey

Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:

  • Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
  • File receipts for anything you pay for
  • Keep a note of the date of the storm
  • Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so

You will need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.

Keep the roof in good order between storms. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.

Common roof problems in Langley Vale

Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. We record the damage and where it is, backed up with photos.

Signs worth acting on include:

  • Flat roof edges peeled back
  • Water coming in after the storm
  • Slipped or missing slates or tiles
  • Gutters pulled loose in the wind

If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near The Ashley Centre, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.

What to check before booking

  • Whether the inside of the roof is included
  • Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
  • How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
  • Is VAT included in the price?

What to expect from a roof survey

Langley Vale: your questions answered

How do I find out if my home in Langley Vale is listed?

Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.

Do you carry out roof surveys in Langley Vale?

Yes, Langley Vale is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.

Is this a RICS survey?

No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.

How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Langley Vale?

The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we will recommend the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.

Can you survey a shared roof?

Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.

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 will inspect the rest from safe positions.

How long will you be at the property?

It typically takes about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The written report follows by email.

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