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Storm damage roof report in Puttenham, Surrey
An independent record of roof damage after a storm around Puttenham, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Loose or torn flashings
How a storm damage roof report works in Puttenham
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. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. If you’ve noticed stains appearing after strong winds and ridge tiles that have come loose, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Puttenham, older roofs have often been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. We check whatever is safely visible and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Puttenham (GU3)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Puttenham
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. People usually call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Water coming in after the storm
Living close to Pucks Oak Barn and McAlmont Reserves is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
What to check before booking
- When you will get the report
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether you get a written report with photos
What we can’t see
It is useful to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Puttenham
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Puttenham
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. About 0.9 miles north-east lies Wanborough Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Puttenham has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, 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 Church of St John the Baptist, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. If you own a rental within reach of Wanborough station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Puttenham is about 4 miles south-east of Aldershot, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Puttenham, the roof can be surveyed. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages.
Here we cover the GU3 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We cover properties on The Street, Dark Lane and Hops End. We also cover the places around Puttenham: Wanborough (1 mile north-east), Christmas Pie (1 mile north), Flexford (1 mile north), Shackleford (2 miles south) and Compton (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (5 miles east), Woking (8 miles north-east), Camberley (8 miles north), Farnham (5 miles west), Egham (15 miles north) and Dorking (15 miles east).
What’s near Puttenham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Good Intent pub, Pucks Oak Barn and McAlmont Reserves and Prior's Field School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Wanborough station, about 1.6 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Guildford Castle (4.5 miles east) and Guildford Hospital (3.1 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Lower Lake and Hog's Back.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Roof area
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- House, block, shop or office
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
- The kind of building and roof involved
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.
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What we do, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Older roofs in small places like Puttenham can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Booking a survey
If you’re buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Common questions in Puttenham
Is my home in Puttenham listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Is Puttenham within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Start by complaining to the insurer. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that doesn’t resolve it. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details as you book.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Our price is 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.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We don’t deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.