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Storm Damage Roof Report in Rackham
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a storm damage roof report in Rackham and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Loose or torn flashings
Storm damage roof report in Rackham
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. If you’ve noticed roofs hit by falling trees and damaged gutters and fascias, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Rackham, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We look at what can safely be seen and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Rackham (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Rackham
Insurers frequently want evidence of what has been damaged and why. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. The decision still rests with the insurer.
We are often asked to look at:
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Flat roof edges peeled back
The streets around a church such as Church of St Peter are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether the price includes VAT
Can I check my roof myself?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
What affects the price in Rackham
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How big the roof is
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Booking your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Acting for you with the insurer
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
Storm damage roof reports in Rackham: local notes
The wider area around Rackham has a long history of building, with Parham House about 0.7 miles north-east. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Trees in and around Parham Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. Landlords with a home close to Amberley station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Rackham is about 7 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. Roofs in Rackham get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Sussex. Across West Sussex, we cover Rackham and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Storm damage roof reports in RH20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you are just outside Rackham, we cover Cross Gate (1 mile west), Amberley (1 mile west), Coldwaltham (2 miles north-west), Bury (2 miles west) and Hardham (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (13 miles north-east), Worthing (8 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (12 miles south-west), Chichester (13 miles south-west), Littlehampton (7 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Rackham
We work in homes and buildings around Parham Park and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Amberley station, about 1.9 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Arundel and District Hospital (4.8 miles south-west) and Amberley Museum (1.8 miles south-west). Not far away are Bignor Hill and Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
Common questions in Rackham
Do you cover Rackham?
Yes, Rackham is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Rackham?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
There is no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Check your policy wording.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How do I book a survey in Rackham?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Tell us the address and a little about the roof. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Nearby places to Rackham
What else we do in Rackham
What happens on the day
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes about one to two hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Older roofs in small places like Rackham 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 is safe.
- 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 the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Before we arrive
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
Related advice
Practical tips
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. A few suggestions:
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Photograph damage inside the house too
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We don’t deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. They can damage the roof in high winds.