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Storm damage roof report in Smallfield, Surrey
Independent storm damage roof reports in Smallfield. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Broken or displaced guttering
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Estimates of repair costs
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Smallfield
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
How a storm damage roof report works in Smallfield
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. We survey gutters and fascias, ridges and hips and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are loose or broken chimney pots and cowls and broken or displaced guttering.
In older homes around places like Smallfield, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Once the slates or tiles let water past, there is little to stop it reaching the ceiling. Whether it’s long-term wear or recent damage makes a difference to what happens next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are often the first clues.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Smallfield (RH6)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Smallfield
Landlords and building managers frequently need a written record after a storm. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
Common reasons to book include:
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Water coming in after the storm
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
Take a building like Burstow Primary School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Before booking anyone
- Their report turnaround times
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
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How it works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a smaller place like Smallfield, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before the survey
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Booking a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Related advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Wind, rain and roofs in Smallfield
Older houses across Surrey frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
For landlords with property near Horley station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Smallfield is about 2 miles east of Horley, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Smallfield, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, large and small.
Surveys in RH6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets like Churchill Road, Orchard Road and Tudor Close, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Outwood (1 mile north), Burstow (1 mile south-west), Keeper's Corner (1 mile south), Fernhill (2 miles south-west) and Shipley Bridge (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Epsom (13 miles north-west), Redhill (5 miles north-west), Ewell (14 miles north-west), Reigate (6 miles north-west), Caterham (8 miles north) and Dorking (10 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Smallfield
In Smallfield, that means homes and buildings near Oakwood School and Plough and Furrow pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Horley station, roughly 2 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Bletchingley Castle (4.5 miles north) and Effingham Park Motor Museum (2.5 miles south-east). Not far away are Hedgecourt Lake.
FAQs for Smallfield
Do you carry out roof surveys in Smallfield?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Smallfield as anywhere else.
Is there anything to prepare before you come to Smallfield?
Not much. Keep pets out of the way, leave side gates unlocked and have any old roof paperwork handy, and the visit in Smallfield can get straight on.
Will you check the loft?
Normally, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside cannot, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.