West Sussex · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in The Haven
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in The Haven. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- New damp or leaks inside
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
What we do, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. For a village or hamlet like The Haven, the journey is planned in advance: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You tell us when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it is safe.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
How to prepare
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in The Haven
High winds typically affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Falling branches can cause damage too. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. We survey flat roofs, ridges and hips and gutters and fascias, and people most often book us about ridge tiles that have come loose and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls.
Being in a small place like The Haven makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- The Haven (RH14)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from the ground if it’s safe. That keeps a record of how it looked. In a place like The Haven, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the exact price before you book.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Every finding written up with photos
- PI and public liability insurance
- An independent look at the roof
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in The Haven
Does a conservation area affect roof work in The Haven?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to The Haven?
Yes, The Haven is covered. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
How do I book a survey in The Haven?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. We can record the damage in our report.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We are not loss adjusters and don’t act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.
Useful tips for The Haven property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. They can damage the roof in high winds.
What else we do in The Haven
The Haven roofs and the weather
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
For landlords with property near Billingshurst station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
The Haven is about 3 miles north of Billingshurst, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in The Haven can all book storm damage roof reports, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
All of RH14 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Five Oaks (1 mile south-east), Bucks Green (2 miles north), Slinfold (2 miles east), Rudgwick (2 miles north) and Tisman's Common (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (12 miles east), Horsham (5 miles east), Broadfield (11 miles east), Storrington (10 miles south), Billingshurst (3 miles south) and Bewbush (10 miles east).
Around The Haven
In The Haven, that means homes and buildings near The Blue Ship Public House. The Haven’s nearest station is Billingshurst station, about 3.4 miles south. A little further out are Horsham Hospital (5.3 miles east) and Christs Hospital School Museum (3.9 miles east).
What we can’t see
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- How your policy defines a storm
- Areas we can’t see safely
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
What we’re asked to look at in The Haven
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. Your insurer still makes the decision.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- New damp or leaks inside
In and around The Haven, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Questions to ask before booking
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their report turnaround times
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Roof area
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
What to tell us when you get in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.