Surrey · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Newchapel
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Newchapel, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damaged pots on the stack
What happens on the day
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. The survey normally takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Cottages and farmhouses around Newchapel frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets in another room
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
How a storm damage roof report works in Newchapel
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We aren’t loss adjusters, and we can’t say whether a claim will be paid. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. Typical surveys look at damaged gutters and fascias and slates and tiles blown off the roof, across flat roofs, gutters and fascias and chimney stacks.
Somewhere as small as Newchapel, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. We check what can safely be seen and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Newchapel (RH7)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Newchapel
Roofs that were already worn are more likely to suffer in a storm. Nail fatigue, eroded ridge mortar and tired flashings can all fail in high winds. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Lead lifted at abutments
Living close to Centenary Fields is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- What the survey won’t cover
- How soon the report will arrive
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Wind, rain and roofs in Newchapel
Saint Hill Manor, about 4 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Newchapel. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Older houses across Surrey frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. 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.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Imberhorne School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. For landlords with property near Dormans station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Newchapel is about 3 miles north-west of East Grinstead, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Newchapel, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Surrey coverage includes Newchapel and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: RH7. Whether your property is on Wembury Park, Eastbourne Road and Wire Mill Lane or a nearby road, we can help. If you are just outside Newchapel, we cover Felcourt (1 mile east), Felbridge (2 miles south), Furnace Wood (2 miles south-west), Domewood (2 miles south-west) and Lingfield (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Epsom (15 miles north-west), Horley (5 miles west), Redhill (7 miles north-west), Reigate (8 miles north-west), Caterham (9 miles north) and Dorking (13 miles west).
Near you in Newchapel
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Centenary Fields, among other places. The closest station to Newchapel is Dormans station, roughly 2 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Effingham Park Motor Museum (2.3 miles south-west) and Queen Victoria Hospital (2.9 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Hedgecourt Lake.
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What this survey cannot tell you
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Acting for you with the insurer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
Why get it checked now?
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, alongside any photos you took yourself. In a small place like Newchapel, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Newchapel
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Weekday and weekend surveys
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Newchapel
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The size of the roof
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Height and safe access
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both with VAT included. You will know the price for the job before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- Anything about access we should know
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Common questions in Newchapel
Do you carry out roof surveys in Newchapel?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Newchapel is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
How do I find out if my home in Newchapel is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
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 for any emergency work.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
Only your insurer can decide that. We record the damage, with photographs and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.