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Storm damage roof report in Portslade, West Sussex
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Portslade and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Water coming in after the storm
- Broken or displaced guttering
Storm damage roof report in Portslade: what you get
Our storm damage report starts from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It does not price the repairs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. Your insurer may also send its own loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause. If you’re worried about damaged gutters and fascias and slates and tiles blown off the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Houses in smaller places like Portslade can stand more in the open, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that’s a useful clue. It helps to know when and where the water appears. Gutters and downpipes on the exposed side are worth a look as well.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Location
- Portslade (BN41, BN3, BN42)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Portslade
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Portslade, where storms can bring strong gusts off the sea. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, frequently gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. With Portslade Manor about 0.1 miles south-west, Portslade sits in an area with a long building history. 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.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Nicolas Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. If you live near a park such as Benfield Hill, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. For businesses in and around places such as Churchill Square, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Portslade is about 1 mile west of Brighton and Hove, in West Sussex. If you’re in Portslade, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Portslade is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover for storm damage roof reports.
We survey roofs across BN41, BN3 and BN42 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. You will find streets like Mill Lane, Crown Road and Drove Road. Being close to the A293, Portslade is easy for us to reach. If you’re just outside Portslade, we cover Hangleton (1 mile north-east), Southwick (1 mile south-west), Kingston by Sea (1 mile west), Shoreham-by-Sea (2 miles west) and Old Shoreham (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (8 miles west), Haywards Heath (12 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (9 miles north-east), Littlehampton (14 miles west), Lancing (5 miles west) and Rustington (13 miles west).
Local landmarks in Portslade
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to King's School, Benfield Hill and The Mill House. The closest station to Portslade is Fishersgate station, roughly 0.7 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include British Engineerium (1.8 miles east) and Southlands Hospital (1.8 miles west). Open spaces near Portslade include Shoreham Beach and Thundersbarrow Hill.
What we look for on each type of roof
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
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. We record what we find.
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Portslade
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- House, block, shop or office
- Building height and the viewpoints available
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- The property’s address and postcode
- When you need the report by
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Portslade, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Portslade
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Portslade. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How it works
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, most surveys take about one to two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Portslade is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
How to book
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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FAQs for Portslade
Is my home in Portslade listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Portslade?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Do you use drones?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. If it is safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
How do I book a survey in Portslade?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. It does not include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for those.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from the ground or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
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What you can safely check yourself
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.