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Storm damage roof report in Little London, West Sussex
Storm damage roof reports in Little London from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
About our storm damage roof report in Little London
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there is access, and the roof itself where that is safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. We’re frequently asked to look into damaged ridges and hips and stains appearing after strong winds, across ridges and hips, gutters and fascias and slate and tile slopes.
In a village or hamlet like Little London, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. 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.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Little London (RH17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Acting quickly normally means less damage overall. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Little London, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why book us in Little London
- Surveys seven days a week
- Over 20 years’ experience
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The size of the roof
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What to tell us when you contact us
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Little London, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
How the survey works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a hamlet or village like Little London, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Advice
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Little London
Do you carry out roof surveys in Little London?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Little London as anywhere else.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Little London?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
How do I book a survey in Little London?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will take it from there. We survey on any day of the week.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Nearby places to Little London
Also in Little London
Landlord and commercial surveys in Little London
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Little London roofs and the weather
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. Historic houses such as Priest House, about 1.8 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Little London goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you live in an older home near St Peter's Church, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. Anyone responsible for a site like St Peter's CofE Primary School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. If you let a flat or house near Balcombe station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Little London is about 4 miles north of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Little London can all book storm damage roof reports. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
We survey roofs across the RH17 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Other places close to Little London include Ardingly (1 mile south), Highbrook (1 mile east), West Hoathly (2 miles north-east), Sharpthorne (2 miles north-east) and Selsfield Common (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Crawley (6 miles north-west), Horsham (10 miles west), Haywards Heath (4 miles south), Burgess Hill (7 miles south), East Grinstead (6 miles north-east) and Broadfield (6 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Little London
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Gardeners Arms, among other places. The nearest railway station is Balcombe station, about 2.3 miles west. Nearby you will also find Princess Royal Hospital (4.6 miles south) and Waterbury Castle (2.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Little London includes Tilgate Lake and Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Slate roofs
After strong winds, we frequently see cracked and slipped slates. We photograph and describe each one.