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Storm Damage Roof Report in Runcton
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a storm damage roof report in Runcton and across West Sussex.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Lead lifted at abutments
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Around Runcton, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us 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.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the roof space where it’s safe.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
How to prepare
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Storm damage roof report in Runcton
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Photograph the damage from the ground or a window, and never climb up. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We survey ridges and hips, flashings and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are gutters pulled loose in the wind and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind.
Being in a small place like Runcton makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Runcton (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Runcton
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Runcton, take more of a battering?
It can do. Within about 3 miles of the sea, as Runcton is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Do you cover smaller places like Runcton?
Yes, Runcton is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take about one to two hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not included, so ask a roofer to quote.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Checking the roof from the ground
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Honest limits
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Areas we cannot see safely
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Runcton
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Runcton
Runcton is within about 3 miles of the coast, where storms can bring strong gusts off the sea. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies, and the insurer decides the claim. About 3.9 miles north lies Goodwood House, a reminder of how long the area around Runcton has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, 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 The Parish Church of St Stephen, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. If you own a rental within reach of Chichester station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Runcton is about 2 miles south-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in Runcton, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: PO20. You will find streets such as Goodwood Gardens, Brookside and Lagness Road. We also cover the places around Runcton: North Mundham (1 mile west), Merston (1 mile north-east), Lagness (1 mile south-east), Hunston (1 mile west) and Portfield (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (3 miles south-east), Selsey (6 miles south), Littlehampton (9 miles east), Emsworth (9 miles west) and Rustington (10 miles east).
Local landmarks in Runcton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Chichester High School For Girls, among other places. Runcton’s nearest station is Chichester station, roughly 1.9 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Castle (2.1 miles north-west) and The Chichester City Museum (2 miles north-west).
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Height and safe access
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The size of the roof
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Why act early in Runcton
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. We record storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. In a place like Runcton, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why us?
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Package prices that include VAT
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Runcton?
Storms do not only affect pitched roofs. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. Our report covers flat and pitched roofs.
People typically book a survey when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Loose or torn flashings
- Damaged ridges and hips
Take a building like North Mundham Primary School: a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What the survey will not cover
- Their insurance cover