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Storm Damage Roof Report in Shortheath
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Shortheath, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Storm damage roof report in Shortheath
After a storm, safety comes first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We’re frequently asked to look into broken or displaced guttering and ridge tiles that have come loose, on chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and flat roofs.
Roofs in small places like Shortheath often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Shortheath (GU9, GU10)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Shortheath
With Farnham Castle about 1.6 miles north, Shortheath sits in an area with a long building history. 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. Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Trees in and around Underdown nature reserve shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. If you let a flat or house near Farnham station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. The streets around a church such as St Peter's Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Shortheath is about 1 mile south-west of Farnham, in Surrey. Surveys in Shortheath work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, large and small. You can also see our page for Guildford.
We cover every part of the GU9 and GU10 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on Shortheath Road, Little Thurbans Close and Sunnydell Lane. Shortheath is on the B3384, so it’s easy for us to get to. Other places close to Shortheath include Wrecclesham (1 mile west), Boundstone (1 mile south), Rowledge (1 mile south-west), Holt Pound (1 mile south-west) and Bucks Horn Oak (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (11 miles east), Woking (13 miles north-east), Camberley (10 miles north), Frimley (9 miles north-east), Haslemere (8 miles south-east) and Cranleigh (15 miles east).
Around Shortheath
We work in homes and buildings around The Royal Oak Public House, Weydon School and Weydon School. The nearest railway station is Farnham station, about 1.3 miles north-east. A little further out are Farnham Castle (1.6 miles north) and Museum of Farnham (1.2 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Aunt's Pool and Farnham Heath.
Leave it or get it looked at?
It’s useful to get a record soon after the storm, while the damage is fresh. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. In a small place like Shortheath, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Rural addresses near Shortheath can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Useful tips for Shortheath property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. It is your record to use.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
Questions from Shortheath
Do you carry out roof surveys in Shortheath?
Yes, Shortheath is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Shortheath is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. You will then get the report by email.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It varies by policy. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but your policy sets the actual test.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Wear and tear is usually excluded from home insurance. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
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Honest limits
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Areas we can’t see safely
- Acting for you with the insurer
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
Checking the roof from ground level
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Shortheath
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The size of the roof
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Getting in touch
There’s no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.