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Storm Damage Roof Report in Pickhurst
Storm damage roof reports across Pickhurst, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
How a storm damage roof report works in Pickhurst
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Falling branches can cause damage too. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. We survey gutters and fascias, flashings and ridges and hips, and common reasons people get in touch are damaged flat roof membrane and water coming in after the storm.
Roofs in small places like Pickhurst often stand in the open, 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 photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Pickhurst (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Pickhurst
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. An independent report gives you another view of the roof. We can’t say whether the decision will change.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Loose or torn flashings
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
If you let a flat or house near Pulborough station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Before booking anyone
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
How it works
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there is safe access. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a small place like Pickhurst, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- 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.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
Before the survey
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
How to book
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Places near Pickhurst
What else we do in Pickhurst
Storm damage roof reports around Pickhurst
Historic houses such as Old Place Manor, about 1.2 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Pickhurst goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
Pickhurst is about 11 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. If you are in Pickhurst, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Pickhurst is one of the places in West Sussex we cover for storm damage roof reports. There is also a page for Crawley.
Storm damage roof reports in RH20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Pickhurst include Pulborough (1 mile south-east), Bedham (2 miles west), Hardham (2 miles south), Fittleworth (2 miles south-west) and Lower Horncroft (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Horsham (11 miles north-east), Worthing (12 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (11 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles south-east).
Around Pickhurst
For rail, the closest station is Pulborough station, about 1.4 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Coates Castle (3.6 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s The Mens.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Roof area
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The shape of the roof and its details
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.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The property’s address and postcode
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- What made you get in touch
Our price is 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.
FAQs for Pickhurst
Do you cover Pickhurst?
Yes, Pickhurst is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Pickhurst as anywhere else.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Pickhurst?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. Our report then records the roof.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take between one and two hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. The written report follows by email.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t 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.
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. The survey notes loose, cracked or missing ridge and hip tiles.
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
Your insurer may send a loss adjuster to look at the damage. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.