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Storm damage roof report in Lower Beeding, West Sussex
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Lower Beeding, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Water coming in after the storm
- Loose or torn flashings
Wind, rain and roofs in Lower Beeding
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. 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. Tyes Place, about 4.1 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Lower Beeding. On older houses around here, roofs frequently 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.
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of the Holy Trinity are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. For landlords with property near Horsham station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Take a building like Holy Trinity CofE Primary School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Lower Beeding is about 4 miles south-east of Horsham, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Lower Beeding and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small. Crawley is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: RH13. Streets in the area include Fir Tree Close, Church Close and Trinity Field. If you’re just outside Lower Beeding, we cover Monk's Gate (1 mile west), Mannings Heath (1 mile north-west), Crabtree (1 mile south), Plummers Plain (1 mile north-east) and Slaugham (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (6 miles north-east), Horsham (4 miles north-west), Haywards Heath (7 miles east), Burgess Hill (8 miles south-east), East Grinstead (13 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south).
What’s near Lower Beeding
We work in homes and buildings around Newells Preparatory School and Leonardslee, among other places. Lower Beeding’s nearest station is Horsham station, about 3.4 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Horsham Hospital (3.8 miles north-west). Not far away are Warnham LNR.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Lower Beeding
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. It’s yours to pass to your insurer. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We are not loss adjusters, and we can’t tell you whether a claim will succeed. We survey flat roofs, flashings and slate and tile slopes, and people most frequently book us about new damp or leaks inside and gutters pulled loose in the wind.
Roofs in small places like Lower Beeding frequently stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Lower Beeding (RH13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take between one and two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Older roofs in small places like Lower Beeding can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it is safe.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. The report notes any damage to the stack.
Lead flashings
Flashings with older defects often fail in high winds. We record what looks recent and what looks older.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Lower Beeding
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer.
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Before and after the survey
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
After the visit, we write up the report with photos of each area of damage. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
Common questions in Lower Beeding
Is Lower Beeding in the area you cover?
Yes, Lower Beeding is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover smaller places like Lower Beeding?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
What do I do if water is coming in?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. Our report then records the roof.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It depends on your policy. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, though we can’t predict the outcome.