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Storm damage roof report in Sidlesham, West Sussex
An independent record of roof damage after a storm around Sidlesham, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. We record which are damaged and where.
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
How a storm damage roof report works in Sidlesham
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. Typical surveys look at gaps where slates or tiles have gone and lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles, on flashings, ridges and hips and slate and tile slopes.
Many homes in small places like Sidlesham face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Sidlesham (PO20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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Useful tips for Sidlesham property owners
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
What affects the price in Sidlesham
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Height and safe access
- House, block, shop or office
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Anything about access we should know
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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 an hour or two on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a small place like Sidlesham, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check 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.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Sidlesham, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Sidlesham questions
Will you come out to Sidlesham?
Yes. Sidlesham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Sidlesham, take more of a battering?
Frequently, yes. Within about 1 mile of the sea, as Sidlesham is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. The report does not include repair costs.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Complain to your insurer first. If you’re still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, though we cannot predict the outcome.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
That is not something we can promise. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Leaks and storm damage in Sidlesham
Sidlesham lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Anyone responsible for a site like Sidlesham Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. For landlords with property near Chichester station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. The streets around a church like St Mary Our Lady Sidlesham are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Sidlesham is about 3 miles north of Selsey, in West Sussex. We cover Sidlesham and the rest of West Sussex. Across West Sussex, we cover Sidlesham. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Storm damage roof reports in PO20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Rookery Lane, Selsey Road and Manhood Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Being close to the B2145, Sidlesham is simple for us to get to for storm damage roof reports. We also cover the places around Sidlesham: Keynor Estate (1 mile south-west), Street End (1 mile north), Sidlesham Common (1 mile north), Fisher (2 miles north-east) and Church Norton (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Bognor Regis (4 miles east), Chichester (4 miles north), Selsey (3 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles north-west) and Rustington (12 miles east).
Around Sidlesham
The nearest railway station is Chichester station, about 3.9 miles north of the centre. A little further out are St Richard's Hospital (4.7 miles north) and Chichester Castle (4.4 miles north).
What we can’t see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Areas we cannot see safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
Checking the roof from ground level
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.