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Storm damage roof report in Little Bookham, Surrey
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Little Bookham.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- New damp or leaks inside
Storm damage roof report in Little Bookham
We inspect the roof from wherever it can safely be seen: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there’s access, and the roof itself where that is safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. We survey ridges and hips, chimney stacks and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and gaps where slates or tiles have gone.
In older homes around places like Little Bookham, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Finding where it gets in, and whether it is old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are often the first clues.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Little Bookham (KT23, KT24)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Little Bookham
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. What happens next is up to the insurer.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damaged gutters and fascias
If you look after a building such as Howard of Effingham School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What experience they bring
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- How soon the report will arrive
- Which limits apply to the survey
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a smaller place like Little Bookham, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- 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.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us, tell us about the property and we will suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Wind, rain and roofs in Little Bookham
In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many 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. With Polesden Lacey about 1.1 miles south-east, Little Bookham sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take an older house close to Church of St Lawrence: water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. If you own a rental within reach of Bookham station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Little Bookham is about 3 miles south-west of Leatherhead, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Little Bookham and the rest of Surrey. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Surveys in KT23 and KT24 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Orchard Gardens, Guildford Road and Lindens Close and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Great Bookham (1 mile north-east), Fetcham (2 miles north-east), Ranmore Common (2 miles south-east), Westhumble (3 miles south-east) and Mickleham (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (8 miles west), Woking (9 miles west), Camberley (15 miles west), Epsom (7 miles north-east), Horley (11 miles south-east) and Redhill (10 miles east).
Local landmarks in Little Bookham
Around Little Bookham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near St Lawrence Primary School, Manor House School and The Queen Stage pub. The nearest railway station is Bookham station, roughly 1.4 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Betchworth Castle (4.6 miles south-east) and Headley Court (5.1 miles east). Not far away are Combe Bottom and Boldermere Lake.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Check your policy for how to report damage
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
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What a storm damage roof report does not cover
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- A price for the repairs
- A decision on your insurance claim
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Little Bookham
Is Little Bookham within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Little Bookham?
Yes, Little Bookham is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
How long is the visit?
Most surveys take an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The report follows by email.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How do I book a survey in Little Bookham?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Little Bookham. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.