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Storm damage roof report in Stedham, West Sussex
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Stedham, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
Why get it checked now?
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. An independent report can follow. For an older or listed building in a place like Stedham, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Why book us in Stedham
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- 98% customer satisfaction
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
How a storm damage roof report works in Stedham
Our storm damage report starts from £150. It’s a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It isn’t a repair quote and does not include repair costs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. The insurer may still send a loss adjuster of its own. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause. If you’ve noticed holes or cracks caused by debris and slipped or missing slates or tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias alike.
In a village or hamlet like Stedham, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. We check everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Stedham (GU29)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Stedham
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
Useful tips for Stedham property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Check your policy for how to report damage
Questions about the findings are always welcome. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
What we do, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes between one and two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Stedham can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- 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 photos, area by area.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
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Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
Stedham: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Stedham?
Yes, Stedham is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Is my home in Stedham listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
How long is the visit?
It normally takes about one to two hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. We’ll confirm the timing when booking.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is not typically covered. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How big the roof is
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
Stedham roofs and the weather
About 1.8 miles east lies Cowdray House, a reminder of how long the area around Stedham has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Anyone responsible for a site like Stedham Primary School will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St James, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Stedham is about 7 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Stedham and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Stedham is one of the places in West Sussex where we work for storm damage roof reports. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: GU29. Local streets include The Street, The Alley and Queens Street, and we cover them all. We also cover Iping (1 mile north-west), Woolbeding (1 mile east), Minsted (1 mile south-west), Bepton Common (1 mile south-east) and Midhurst (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (15 miles south), Chichester (11 miles south), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Storrington (15 miles east), Billingshurst (14 miles east) and Portfield (11 miles south).
Around Stedham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Midhurst Rother College. A little further out are Midhurst Museum (1.6 miles east) and Lodsworth Castle (4.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Iping and Stedham Commons and Wheeler's Down.