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Storm damage roof report in Somerley, West Sussex
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Somerley, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Somerley
Wear and tear is typically excluded from home insurance. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. Our report records both: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems like corroded nails or worn mortar. We give an honest view of what we see. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. We survey chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and ridges and hips, and people most frequently book us about slipped or missing slates or tiles and damaged pots on the stack.
Somewhere as small as Somerley, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Somerley (PO20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there. In a small place like Somerley, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Before the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Check pets are kept safely away
Booking a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridge and hip tiles
Water can get in where ridge tiles have moved. We photograph and describe the damage.
Slate roofs
In high winds, slates can slip or go, frequently where nails have rusted. Our report notes moved slates and any sign of older corrosion.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is usually better. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Somerley
- Surveys seven days a week
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
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What else we do in Somerley
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Somerley questions
Do you cover smaller places like Somerley?
Yes. Somerley is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Is the coastal weather around Somerley hard on roofs?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is typically excluded from home insurance. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so it is clear what we found. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details when you book.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you’re still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we cannot say how it will turn out.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it’s covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
What we cannot see
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- A decision on your insurance claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Somerley
Somerley lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper 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.
If you own a rental within reach of Fishbourne station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Birdham CE Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St James' Church, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Somerley is about 4 miles north-west of Selsey, in West Sussex. Somerley is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and the South East. Our West Sussex coverage includes Somerley. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Storm damage roof reports in PO20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Bell Lane and Hundredsteddle Lane, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Almodington (1 mile south-east), Birdham (1 mile north-east), Shipton Green (1 mile north-west), Earnley (1 mile south) and East Wittering (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (7 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north-east), Selsey (4 miles south-east), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (6 miles north-west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Landmarks near Somerley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Birdham Public House and the streets around them. Somerley’s nearest station is Fishbourne station, roughly 4 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Chichester Castle (4.9 miles north-east) and St Richard's Hospital (5.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Pilsey Island.