Surrey · London and the South East
Sidlow Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Sidlow, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Water coming in after the storm
Storm damage roof report in Sidlow
Wear and tear is normally excluded from home insurance. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. We survey slate and tile slopes, flashings and ridges and hips, and people most often book us about damaged ridges and hips and flat roof edges peeled back.
Roofs in small places like Sidlow frequently stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Sidlow (RH2)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Wind, rain and roofs in Sidlow
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
For an older house near a landmark such as Emmanuel Church, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near The Belfry, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Sidlow is about 2 miles south of Reigate, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Sidlow and the rest of Surrey, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Surrey coverage includes Sidlow. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Every address in RH2 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Irons Bottom (1 mile south-west), South Park (1 mile north), Leigh (2 miles west), Reigate (2 miles north) and Dawesgreen (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Epsom (9 miles north), Redhill (3 miles north-east), Ewell (10 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-west), Caterham (7 miles north-east) and Dorking (6 miles west).
Near you in Sidlow
In Sidlow, that means homes and buildings near Earlswood Common, Reigate School and Burys Court School. Sidlow’s nearest station is Salfords station, about 1.8 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Reigate Priory Museum (2 miles north) and East Surrey Hospital (1.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Sidlow include Colley Hill and Reigate Heath.
When to book a survey in Sidlow
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. Our report covers flat and pitched roofs.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Anyone responsible for a site like Dovers Green School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Before booking anyone
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Are they insured for the work?
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. We check whether the damage is recent or older.
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. We photograph each gap.
What happens if roof problems are left?
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It sets out what we found and the likely cause, so you’re not relying only on your own photos. In a small place like Sidlow, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- A report with photos
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
What affects the price in Sidlow
To price your survey, we check:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The roof’s overall size
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
For a price for your roof in Sidlow, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you contact us:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Anything about access we should know
- The address and postcode of the property
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How the survey works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Rural addresses near Sidlow can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets in another room
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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FAQs for Sidlow
Do you cover Sidlow?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Sidlow is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
Is my home in Sidlow listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
Each policy has its own definition. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but check your own wording.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. If it is safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Please don’t climb onto the roof. Take photos from the ground or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details as you book.