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Storm damage roof report in Plaistow, West Sussex
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a storm damage roof report in Plaistow and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
FAQs for Plaistow
Do you cover smaller places like Plaistow?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Plaistow?
Yes, Plaistow is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It depends on your policy. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Check your policy wording.
How do I book a survey in Plaistow?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Do you use drones?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it as you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Start by complaining to the insurer. If it isn’t resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Storm damage roof report in Plaistow: what you get
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. We are often asked to look into gaps where slates or tiles have gone and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls, across chimney stacks, ridges and hips and flashings.
Many homes in small places like Plaistow face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Plaistow (RH14)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Plaistow
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council.
If you look after a building such as Plaistow and Kirdford Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. For an older house near a landmark such as Holy Trinity Church, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Plaistow is about 11 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Plaistow can all book storm damage roof reports. Across West Sussex, we cover Plaistow and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
Surveys in RH14 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on The Street, Loxwood Road and Oakfield or anywhere close by, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Durfold Wood (1 mile north-west), Ifold (1 mile east), Mackerel's Common (2 miles south), Loxwood (2 miles east) and Kirdford (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Horsham (11 miles east), Storrington (11 miles south-east), Billingshurst (6 miles south-east), Bewbush (15 miles east), Roffey (12 miles east) and Southwater (10 miles east).
Local landmarks in Plaistow
Not far away are Shillinglee Lake.
What we cannot see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- A price for the repairs
- Areas we cannot see safely
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
What happens if roof problems are left?
Your policy may say how quickly you need to report damage. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. Our report can then add a clear record. Outbuildings and barns around Plaistow are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Why book us in Plaistow
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. You will have your own independent record to refer to.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Plaistow
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time.
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge tiles bedded in old mortar can loosen in high winds. We note whether the mortar looks recently broken or long worn.
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. We record any damage we can see.
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It typically takes an hour or two for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Older roofs in small places like Plaistow can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Before the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Keep pets in another room
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Getting a price
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Plaistow, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.