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Storm damage roof report in Lidsey, West Sussex
Independent storm damage roof reports in Lidsey. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
Storm damage roof report in Lidsey
What counts as a storm depends on your policy, though many use gusts of about 55 mph. Check your own policy wording. We don’t decide whether a storm met that test. 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. Typical surveys look at stains appearing after strong winds and damage from fallen branches or debris, across slate and tile slopes, chimney stacks and ridges and hips.
Somewhere as small as Lidsey, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Lidsey (PO22)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Lidsey
Lidsey is within about 3 miles of the coast. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies, and the insurer decides the claim. Historic houses such as Goodwood House, about 4.9 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Lidsey goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Aldingbourne Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. If you live near a park like The Brooks Local Nature Reserve, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Lidsey is about 2 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. We visit Lidsey as part of our work across West Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Storm damage roof reports in PO22 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Lidsey Road and Sack Lane and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Shripney (1 mile south-west), Westergate (1 mile north), Eastergate (1 mile north), West Barnham (1 mile north-east) and Barnham (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Worthing (12 miles east), Chichester (5 miles west), Selsey (8 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles east), Lancing (15 miles east) and Emsworth (12 miles west).
Landmarks near Lidsey
Typical jobs here are in homes near St Philip Howard Catholic High School and The Brooks Local Nature Reserve. The nearest railway station is Barnham station, about 1.3 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Tote Copse Castle (1.6 miles north-west) and Bognor Regis Museum (2.6 miles south).
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Lidsey?
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. People normally call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Water coming in after the storm
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damaged ridges and hips
For landlords with property near Barnham station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What experience they bring
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
What happens on the day
When we arrive, 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, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where it applies. The survey normally takes an hour or two for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Around Lidsey, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Lidsey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
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Questions from Lidsey
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Lidsey?
Often, yes. Lidsey is within about 3 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lidsey?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it is safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
How long will you be at the property?
Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. We’ll confirm the timing as you book.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Is Lidsey in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and that includes Lidsey.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Lidsey
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Why get it checked now?
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, alongside any photos you took yourself. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Lidsey, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: 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.
Why us?
- PI and public liability insurance
- Surveys seven days a week
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- An independent view of the roof
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Lidsey
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How big the roof is
- House, block, shop or office
- Which survey package you book
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.