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Storm damage roof report in Leatherhead, Surrey
An independent record of roof damage after a storm across Leatherhead, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Storm damage roof report in Leatherhead
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. 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. Typical surveys look at broken or displaced guttering and flat roof edges peeled back, across chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and flashings.
Strong winds lift loose tiles, slates and ridge pieces in towns like Leatherhead as anywhere. What counts as a storm depends on your policy; many use gusts of around 55 mph. Photographs and a written account help you show what happened, whether to an insurer or a roofer. Policies typically exclude wear and tear, which is why the age of the damage matters.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Location
- Leatherhead (KT22)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. We photograph and describe each one.
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. We record what we find.
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Parking in a town like Leatherhead is normally simple, but let us know if there is a driveway or any restrictions. The inspection covers whatever is safely visible from outside, from windows and from the loft space.
- 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.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Leave side gates unlocked
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Leatherhead
With Polesden Lacey about 3.4 miles south-west, Leatherhead sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and 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.
If you look after a building such as Leatherhead Trinity School and Children's Centre, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. Landlords with a home close to Leatherhead station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Leatherhead is about 4 miles south-west of Epsom, in Surrey. If you are in Leatherhead, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Leatherhead is one of the places in Surrey we cover for storm damage roof reports. Guildford is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: KT22. Whether your property is on High Street, Church Road and Station Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Leatherhead sits on or near the A24 and A245, which makes travel easy. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Fetcham (1 mile west), Mickleham (2 miles south), Great Bookham (2 miles south-west), Westhumble (3 miles south) and Little Bookham (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (11 miles west), Woking (11 miles west), Epsom (4 miles north-east), Horley (11 miles south-east), Redhill (8 miles south-east) and Ewell (5 miles north-east).
Near you in Leatherhead
We work in homes and buildings around St Andrew's Catholic School, St Andrew's Catholic School and Duke's Head Public House, among other places. There is a railway station in Leatherhead itself: Leatherhead station. Other landmarks nearby include Walton on the Hill (3.5 miles east) and Headley Court (2.2 miles east). Not far away are Claremont Lake and Jubilee Wood.
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Check your policy for how to report damage
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
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?
It helps to get a record soon after the storm, while the damage is fresh. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. In a family home in Leatherhead, a small roof fault lets water into places you cannot see, soaking loft insulation, wall tops and timbers. By the time it shows inside, the job has grown.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book with us
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- 98% customer satisfaction
- An independent look at the roof
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Leatherhead?
Storms do not only affect pitched roofs. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. Our report covers flat and pitched roofs.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
Trees in and around River Mole LNR shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters.
What to check before booking
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Their insurance cover
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Leatherhead
Is there anything to prepare before you come to Leatherhead?
Mostly, it is about access: the loft hatch, any locked gates and where to park in Leatherhead. Tell us about known leaks or past repairs as well.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Leatherhead?
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.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Complain to your insurer first. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, but we cannot say how it will turn out.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. You’ll then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.