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Nyetimber Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Nyetimber, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Lead lifted at abutments
For landlords and managing agents
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Storm damage roof report in Nyetimber: what you get
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Take photos from ground level or from windows, and do not climb onto the roof. Emergency temporary protection, like 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. We survey flat roofs, gutters and fascias and flashings, and the problems we are asked to look at most are gaps where slates or tiles have gone and damaged pots on the stack.
In a smaller place like Nyetimber, some roofs face open ground, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. A leak that only appears in certain weather often points to an exposed detail. It is useful to know when and where the water appears. Gutters and downpipes on the exposed side are worth a look as well.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Nyetimber (PO21)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Nyetimber
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Nyetimber?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Nyetimber, take more of a battering?
Often, yes. Within about 1 mile of the sea, as Nyetimber is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
How do I book a survey in Nyetimber?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Do you look in the loft space?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
What you can safely check yourself
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Towns and villages near Nyetimber
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What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- How your policy defines a storm
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Areas we cannot see safely
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Nyetimber
Nyetimber lies within about 1 mile of the sea, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Anyone responsible for a site like Rose Green Infant School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. For landlords with property near Bognor Regis station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Nyetimber is about 2 miles south-west of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. In Nyetimber, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Surveys in PO21 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Lion Road, Hook Lane and Anson Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Nyetimber, we cover Pagham (1 mile south-west), Aldwick (1 mile east), South Mundham (2 miles north-west), Fisher (2 miles north-west) and Sidlesham (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Worthing (15 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north-west), Selsey (4 miles south-west), Littlehampton (9 miles east), Emsworth (10 miles north-west) and Rustington (10 miles east).
Near you in Nyetimber
Typical jobs here are in homes near Avisford, The Regis School and The Lamb pub, among other places. The closest station to Nyetimber is Bognor Regis station, roughly 2.6 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Bognor Regis Museum (2.4 miles east) and Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital (2.8 miles east).
What we are asked to look at in Nyetimber
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. An independent report gives you another view of the roof. What happens next is up to the insurer.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
Homes near green spaces such as Avisford can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
What to check before booking
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- When you will get the report
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Useful tips for Nyetimber property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Check how your policy defines a storm
You’ll need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They can help show the roof was looked after.
How the survey works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. A visit to a smaller place like Nyetimber is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it’s safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
How to prepare
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Keep pets in another room
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.