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Storm damage roof report in Nutbourne, West Sussex
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Nutbourne. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Stains appearing after strong winds
What we can’t see
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Areas we cannot see safely
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Nutbourne
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
How a storm damage roof report works in Nutbourne
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there’s access, and the roof itself where that’s 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 survey flat roofs, gutters and fascias and ridges and hips, and common reasons people get in touch are ridge tiles that have come loose and flat roof edges peeled back.
Many homes in small places like Nutbourne face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Nutbourne (PO18, PO10)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Storm damage roof reports around Nutbourne
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Nutbourne. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. Historic houses like Warblington Castle, about 3.6 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Nutbourne 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 look after a building such as Chidham Parochial Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If you own a rental within reach of Nutbourne station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near St Wilfrid's Church and Hall, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Nutbourne is about 5 miles west of Chichester, in West Sussex. If you are in Nutbourne, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Nutbourne is one of the places in West Sussex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: PO18 and PO10. That includes homes and businesses on Flatt Road, Pottery Lane and Main Road. We also cover the places around Nutbourne: Hambrook (1 mile north), Chidham (1 mile south-east), Bosham (2 miles south-east), Broadbridge (2 miles east) and West Ashling (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (9 miles south-east), Chichester (5 miles east), Selsey (9 miles south-east), Portfield (5 miles east), Yapton (12 miles east) and East Wittering (5 miles south).
Near you in Nutbourne
We work in homes and buildings around Eames Farm and Bourne Community College. Nutbourne has its own railway station: Nutbourne station. A little further out are Warblington Castle (3.6 miles west) and Emsworth Museum (2.4 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Nutborne Marshes and Stoke Down.
How it works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Somewhere as small as Nutbourne, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there’s access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, tell us about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Why get it checked now?
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. Outbuildings and barns around Nutbourne are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
What you get with us
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
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Useful tips for Nutbourne property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
You’ll need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. With binoculars, you can often spot problems without climbing. Do not go up a ladder to look.
How we price storm damage roof reports
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Which survey package you book
- House, block, shop or office
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
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.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Questions from Nutbourne
Is the coastal weather around Nutbourne hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as Nutbourne is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
How do I find out if my home in Nutbourne is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. If it is safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. Repair costs are not part of the report.
Do you cover Nutbourne?
Yes. We survey roofs in Nutbourne and the rest of West Sussex. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
That’s not something we can promise. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.