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Storm damage roof report in Lingfield Common, Surrey
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Lingfield Common, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
Different roofs, different checks
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. We photograph and describe the damage.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles without fixings can move more easily in wind. We note what we can see of how tiles are fixed.
How a storm damage roof report works in Lingfield Common
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. We note signs of each: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. If you’ve noticed torn or lifted flat roof coverings and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Being in a small place like Lingfield Common makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Lingfield Common (RH7)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Why get it checked now?
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. Our report can then add a clear record. Older and listed buildings around Lingfield Common may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT.
Why us?
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- An independent view of the roof
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Storm damage roof reports around Lingfield Common
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list. In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Take an older house close to Church of St Peter and St Paul: the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. Trees in and around Lingfield Wildlife Area shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. Take a building like Lingfield Primary School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Lingfield Common is about 4 miles north of East Grinstead, in Surrey. Whether the building in Lingfield Common is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Surrey coverage includes Lingfield Common. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across RH7 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Lingfield Common Road, Nursery Gardens and Godstone Road, and we cover them all. If you’re just outside Lingfield Common, we cover Lingfield (1 mile south-east), Blindley Heath (2 miles north-west), Felcourt (2 miles south), Dormansland (2 miles south-east) and Newchapel (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns like Epsom (15 miles north-west), Horley (6 miles west), Redhill (7 miles north-west), Ewell (15 miles north-west), Reigate (9 miles north-west) and Caterham (8 miles north-west).
Near you in Lingfield Common
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Old Cage Public House, Lingfield College and Lingfield Wildlife Area. The nearest railway station is Lingfield station, roughly 0.8 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Queen Victoria Hospital (3.5 miles south) and Haxted Watermill Museum (2.2 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Hedgecourt Lake and Bay Pond.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What we can’t see
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Estimates of repair costs
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. It’s your record to use.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. With binoculars, you can frequently spot problems without climbing. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
FAQs for Lingfield Common
Do you cover Lingfield Common?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Lingfield Common is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lingfield Common?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run seven days a week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Lingfield Common?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. Surveys run seven days a week.
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.
What does a storm damage report cost?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but your policy sets the actual test.
How it works
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. All told, expect about 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere like Lingfield Common needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Find any records of previous roof work
Arrange a survey
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.