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Storm damage roof report in Parkgate, Surrey
A careful look at the roof at your property in Parkgate, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Storm damage roof report in Parkgate
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from the ground, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it’s safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. You get a report with photos to give to your insurer. If you’ve noticed cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and lead lifted at abutments, we can find out what’s behind it, on chimney stacks, flashings and slate and tile slopes alike.
Many homes in small places like Parkgate 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 record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Parkgate (RH5)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Nearby places to Parkgate
Other services in Parkgate
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. Each area is photographed and described.
Flat roof coverings
Wind can lift the edges of flat roof coverings or tear them. Damage is photographed and described.
The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit normally takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older roofs in small places like Parkgate can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Leaks and storm damage in Parkgate
Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Living close to Newdigate Brickworks is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. Landlords with a home close to Holmwood station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Parkgate is about 4 miles south-east of Dorking, in Surrey. Wherever you are in Parkgate, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Parkgate is one of the places in Surrey where we work for storm damage roof reports. You can also see our page for Crawley.
We cover every part of the RH5 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. That includes homes and businesses on Broad Lane, Mill Lane and Becket Wood and the roads around them. Other places close to Parkgate include Shellwood Cross (1 mile north), Newdigate (1 mile south-west), Cudworth (2 miles south), Nalderswood (2 miles north-east) and Norwood Hill (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Guildford (14 miles west), Epsom (11 miles north), Horley (5 miles east), Redhill (6 miles north-east), Ewell (12 miles north) and Reigate (5 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Parkgate
We work in homes and buildings around Newdigate Brickworks, among other places. The nearest railway station is Holmwood station, roughly 2.1 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Langley Green Hospital (5.1 miles south-east) and Betchworth Castle (3.8 miles north). Open spaces near Parkgate include Reigate Heath and Leith Hill.
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How big the roof is
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Getting in touch
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Anything about access we should know
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Parkgate
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Check your policy for how to report damage
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Check the roof from ground level after strong winds. With binoculars, you can often spot problems without climbing. Don’t go up a ladder to look.
FAQs for Parkgate
Is my home in Parkgate 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’s 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.
Is Parkgate in the area you cover?
Yes, Parkgate is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
What if the roof was already worn?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
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.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we cannot say how it will turn out.