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Selsfield Common Storm Damage Roof Report
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Selsfield Common from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Flat roof edges peeled back
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- The outcome of a claim
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
Storm damage roof report in Selsfield Common
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We aren’t loss adjusters, and we cannot say whether a claim will be paid. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. If you’ve noticed ridge tiles that have come loose and holes or cracks caused by debris, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on slate and tile slopes, ridges and hips and flat roofs alike.
Many homes in small places like Selsfield Common face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Location
- Selsfield Common (RH19)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Selsfield Common
Historic houses such as Gravetye Manor, about 0.8 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Selsfield Common goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Leonard, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Turners Hill CofE Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Selsfield Common is about 4 miles south-west of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. Selsfield Common is one of many places we visit across West Sussex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: RH19. With the B2028 close by, Selsfield Common is simple for us to get to for storm damage roof reports. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in West Hoathly (1 mile south-east), Sharpthorne (2 miles south-east), Little London (2 miles south), Highbrook (3 miles south) and Ardingly (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (5 miles west), Horsham (11 miles west), Haywards Heath (6 miles south), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (4 miles north-east) and Broadfield (6 miles west).
Around Selsfield Common
We work in homes and buildings around The Crown Public House. The nearest railway station is East Grinstead station, roughly 3.5 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Queen Victoria Hospital (4.5 miles north-east) and Waterbury Castle (4 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Hedgecourt Lake.
Common questions in Selsfield Common
Is my home in Selsfield Common 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’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover smaller places like Selsfield Common?
Yes. Selsfield Common is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. We record the damage, with photographs and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Raise it with your insurer first. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that doesn’t resolve it. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
Useful tips for Selsfield Common property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
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. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
When to book a survey in Selsfield Common
Gusts work at anything on a roof that is loose or exposed. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
We are often asked to look at:
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Landlords with a home close to East Grinstead station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. All told, expect about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Older roofs in small places like Selsfield Common can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Clay and concrete tiles
A missing tile lets rain reach the underlay. Each gap is recorded with a photo.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.