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Storm Damage Roof Report in Lower Kingswood
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Lower Kingswood, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Water coming in after the storm
Lower Kingswood: your questions answered
Is Lower Kingswood in the area you cover?
Yes, Lower Kingswood is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Lower Kingswood listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. 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.
How long will you be at the property?
It usually takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. We’ll confirm the timing as you book.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
There is no single figure. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Check your policy wording.
How do I book a survey in Lower Kingswood?
Simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Only from ground level or from windows. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we’ll record the rest.
About our storm damage roof report in Lower Kingswood
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. If you’ve noticed torn or lifted flat roof coverings and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Lower Kingswood, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- Lower Kingswood (KT20)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Older rural homes like those around Lower Kingswood can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Advice
Wind, rain and roofs in Lower Kingswood
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask.
Landlords with a home close to Kingswood station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. Anyone responsible for a site like Kingswood Primary School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Lower Kingswood is about 3 miles north of Reigate, in Surrey. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Lower Kingswood can all book storm damage roof reports, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, large and small. There is also a page for Crawley.
Storm damage roof reports in KT20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Tealby Close, Orchard Way and Brighton Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Lower Kingswood include Margery (1 mile south-east), Mogador (1 mile south-west), Kingswood (1 mile north), Walton on the Hill (1 mile west) and Tadworth (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Epsom (5 miles north-west), Horley (7 miles south), Redhill (3 miles south-east), Ewell (6 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (11 miles north-west) and Caterham (5 miles east).
What’s near Lower Kingswood
We work in homes and buildings around Eyhurst Park, The Sportsman pub and St Bede's School. Lower Kingswood’s nearest station is Kingswood station, roughly 1.5 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Walton on the Hill (1.6 miles north-west) and The Belfry (3 miles south-east). The countryside around Lower Kingswood includes Mercers Lake and Reigate Heath.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. We record storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. In a place like Lower Kingswood, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What you get with us
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Every finding written up with photos
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Other services in Lower Kingswood
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We note what we can see of how tiles are fixed.
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift or pull away from walls and chimneys in strong winds. We record which are loose or damaged.
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The roof’s overall size
- The shape of the roof and its details
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Common roof problems in Lower Kingswood
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, with photographs.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Loose or torn flashings
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- New damp or leaks inside
For businesses in and around places like The Belfry, a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters.
What to check before booking
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Checking the roof from ground level
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.