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Storm damage roof report in South Godstone, Surrey
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in South Godstone, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Stains appearing after strong winds
How a storm damage roof report works in South Godstone
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Falling branches can cause damage too. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. Common reasons to book are slates and tiles blown off the roof and holes or cracks caused by debris, across gutters and fascias, flat roofs and flashings.
Many homes in small places like South Godstone face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- South Godstone (RH9)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Check the roof from ground level after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
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Different roofs, different checks
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge tiles bedded in old mortar can loosen in high winds. Our report says whether it looks freshly damaged or worn over time.
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. We record what we find.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
Storm damage roof reports in South Godstone: local notes
Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. Titsey Place, about 4.9 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around South Godstone. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
If you live near a park such as Tilburstow Hill, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. Landlords with a home close to Godstone station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. If you live in an older home near St Stephen, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
South Godstone is about 5 miles south of Caterham, in Surrey. South Godstone is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. South Godstone is one of the places in Surrey where we work for storm damage roof reports. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
We work across the RH9 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Eastbourne Road, Oaklands and Woodlands Drive and the roads around them. We also cover the places around South Godstone: Crowhurst Lane End (1 mile east), Anglefield Corner (1 mile south-west), Tandridge (1 mile north-east), Crowhurst (2 miles south-east) and Church Town (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (12 miles north-west), Horley (6 miles south-west), Redhill (5 miles west), Ewell (13 miles north-west), Reigate (7 miles west) and Caterham (5 miles north).
Local landmarks in South Godstone
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Fox And Hounds Public House and Tilburstow Hill, among other places. There’s a railway station in South Godstone itself: Godstone station. Nearby you will also find Bletchingley Castle (2.9 miles north-west) and Haxted Watermill Museum (3.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near South Godstone include Mercers Lake and Bay Pond.
Common questions in South Godstone
Is my home in South Godstone 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’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in South Godstone?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and South Godstone is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is not typically covered. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. Your insurer decides the claim.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that does not resolve it. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in South Godstone
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How big the roof is
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What to tell us when you contact us
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
What this survey can’t tell you
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in South Godstone
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
How the survey works
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. All told, expect about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Cottages and farmhouses around South Godstone often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Booking a survey
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.