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Storm Damage Roof Report in South Mundham
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for South Mundham and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Storm damage roof report in South Mundham
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it’s safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. If part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. Typical surveys look at gaps where slates or tiles have gone and lead lifted at abutments, across gutters and fascias, chimney stacks and slate and tile slopes.
For a small place like South Mundham, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned in advance. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
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.
- Place
- South Mundham (PO20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Ridge and hip tiles
Worn mortar under ridge tiles can let them lift in a storm. We note whether the mortar looks recently broken or long worn.
Lead flashings
Lifted flashings let rain run behind them into the roof. We note where this has happened and any damp inside.
Towns and villages near South Mundham
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Leaks and storm damage in South Mundham
The coast is about 2 miles or less from South Mundham, where storms can bring strong gusts off the sea. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies, and the insurer decides the claim. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
If you live near a park such as Avisford, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as North Mundham Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
South Mundham is about 3 miles south of Chichester, in West Sussex. We provide storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in South Mundham. South Mundham is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for storm damage roof reports. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
All of PO20 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Manor Lane and Honer Lane. We also cover Fisher (1 mile west), Street End (2 miles south-west), Sidlesham Common (2 miles west), Nyetimber (2 miles south-east) and Sidlesham (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (3 miles east), Chichester (3 miles north), Selsey (5 miles south), Littlehampton (10 miles east), Emsworth (9 miles north-west) and Rustington (11 miles east).
Near you in South Mundham
In South Mundham, that means homes and buildings near Chichester High School For Girls and Avisford, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Chichester station, about 2.5 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Chichester Castle (3 miles north) and Chichester Cathedral Treasury (2.7 miles north-west).
Do you need a storm damage roof report in South Mundham?
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.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Stephen: water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- How soon the report will arrive
Surveys for landlords and agents in South Mundham
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Older rural homes like those around South Mundham can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there is access.
- The damage is recorded with photographs, area by area.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 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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Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
Your insurer may send a loss adjuster to look at the damage. You will have your own independent record to refer to.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in South Mundham
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The roof’s overall size
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Height and safe access
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Getting in touch
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
South Mundham questions
Will you come out to South Mundham?
Yes, South Mundham is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in South Mundham is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Raise it with your insurer first. If it isn’t resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. 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 need to get into the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
What do I do if water is coming in?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. We can record the damage in our report.