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Storm Damage Roof Report in Stroud Common
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Stroud Common. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
About our storm damage roof report in Stroud Common
We inspect the roof from wherever it can safely be seen: from the ground, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it’s safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. You get a written report with photographs to give to your insurer. We survey chimney stacks, gutters and fascias and slate and tile slopes, and common reasons people get in touch are damaged gutters and fascias and flat roof edges peeled back.
In a village or hamlet like Stroud Common, older cottages and farmhouses often 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. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
After the visit, you get a written report with photographs, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Stroud Common (GU5)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Stroud Common
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
What you can safely check yourself
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.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Roof by roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Water can get in where ridge tiles have moved. Each one is recorded with photos.
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. The report notes any damage to the stack.
Honest limits
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- A price for the repairs
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
What we are asked to look at in Stroud Common
A storm often finds a roof’s existing weak spots. Corroded nails on slate roofs, worn mortar on ridges and old flashings can all give way. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damaged pots on the stack
Take a building like Wonersh and Shamley Green CofE Aided Primary School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their insurance cover
Nearby places to Stroud Common
What else we do in Stroud Common
Questions from Stroud Common
Is Stroud Common in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Stroud Common as anywhere else.
How do I find out if my home in Stroud Common is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take about one to two hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. The written report follows by email.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Please do not climb onto the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
Storm damage roof reports in Stroud Common: local notes
The wider area around Stroud Common has a long history of building, with Chilworth Manor about 3.1 miles north. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Christ Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. If you let a flat or house near Chilworth station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Stroud Common is about 6 miles south-east of Guildford, in Surrey. We cover Stroud Common and the rest of Surrey, as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
We cover every part of GU5 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Stroud Lane and Church Hill and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Stroud Common, we cover Shamley Green (1 mile north-west), Rowly (1 mile south), Grafham (1 mile south-west), Birtley Green (2 miles west) and Wonersh (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (6 miles north-west), Woking (10 miles north), Camberley (14 miles north-west), Epsom (15 miles north-east), Horley (15 miles east) and Redhill (15 miles east).
What’s near Stroud Common
Around Stroud Common, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Cucknell's Wood and Bricklayers Arms, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Chilworth station, about 2.7 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find St. Luke’s Hospital (4.6 miles north-west) and Guildford Castle (4.7 miles north-west). Not far away are Silent Pool and St Martha's Hill and Colyer's Hanger.
What happens on the day
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Around Stroud Common, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.