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Maplehurst Storm Damage Roof Report
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Maplehurst and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
How the survey works
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Somewhere like Maplehurst needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Keep pets in another room
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Getting a price
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
How a storm damage roof report works in Maplehurst
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. If you’ve noticed loose or broken chimney pots and cowls and loose or torn flashings, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Being in a small place like Maplehurst makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Where
- Maplehurst (RH13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Maplehurst: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Maplehurst is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover smaller places like Maplehurst?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that doesn’t resolve it. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Wear and tear is typically excluded from home insurance. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so it’s clear what we found. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from the ground first if it’s safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It varies by policy. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
Storm damage roof reports in Maplehurst: local notes
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand.
Anyone responsible for a site like St Andrew's CofE Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. If you own a rental within reach of Christs Hospital station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Andrew: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Maplehurst is about 4 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. We provide storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Maplehurst. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of the RH13 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on Nuthurst Road, Park Lane and Copsale Road. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Nuthurst (1 mile north), Southwater (2 miles north-west), Tower Hill (4 miles north-west), Brooks Green (4 miles west) and Horsham (4 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (9 miles north-east), Worthing (13 miles south), Haywards Heath (9 miles east), Burgess Hill (9 miles south-east), East Grinstead (15 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south).
Around Maplehurst
The nearest railway station is Christs Hospital station, roughly 3.8 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Horsham Hospital (4.3 miles north) and Christs Hospital School Museum (3.5 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Knepp Wildland.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Maplehurst
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Checking the roof from ground level
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
When you need someone else
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Areas we can’t see safely
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Estimates of repair costs
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Maplehurst
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
What happens if roof problems are left?
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. Our report can then add a clear record. In a small place like Maplehurst, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What you get with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Every finding written up with photos
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles without fixings can move more easily in wind. We note what we can see of how tiles are fixed.