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Storm Damage Roof Report in Tilgate
Need a storm damage roof report in Tilgate? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- New damp or leaks inside
- Lead lifted at abutments
Storm damage roof report in Tilgate
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there’s access, and the roof itself where that is safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. We note any part we couldn’t see. You get a written report with photos to give to your insurer. We survey gutters and fascias, slate and tile slopes and flashings, and people most frequently book us about torn or lifted flat roof coverings and damage from fallen branches or debris.
Older cottages and houses around Tilgate may have roofs with little or no underlay. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Finding where it gets in, and whether it’s old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. Wet battens and insulation in the loft are often the first clue.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Tilgate (RH10, RH11)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. The survey typically takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Tilgate is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Getting ready for the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What else we do in Tilgate
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
Slate roofs
After strong winds, we often see cracked and slipped slates. We photograph and describe each one.
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
If you are unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. If that does not resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Tilgate
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Why it is worth a survey now in Tilgate
Leaving storm damage can let water into the loft space and rooms below. That can add to the damage and make it harder to separate from the storm. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. On a bungalow or cottage around Tilgate, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Why us?
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Questions from Tilgate
My home in Tilgate has a flat-roofed garage or porch. Is it worth having that looked at?
Yes, if you’d like it included, mention it as you book. On buildings from before 2000, cement sheet roofs may contain asbestos and should be checked by a specialist asbestos surveyor before anyone disturbs them.
Do you cover smaller places like Tilgate?
Yes, Tilgate is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not included, so ask a roofer to quote.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
How do I book a survey in Tilgate?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we will point you to the right survey. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Only from the ground or from windows. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we will record the rest.
Wind, rain and roofs in Tilgate
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. 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 is detailed. About 4.6 miles south lies Tyes Place, a reminder of how long the area around Tilgate has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Anyone responsible for a site like The Oaks Primary School & Nursery will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. Homes near green spaces such as Tilgate Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If you run a business near County Mall, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Tilgate is about 1 mile south-east of Crawley, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Tilgate can all book storm damage roof reports, with a written report and photographs every time. Tilgate is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work.
We work across the RH10 and RH11 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We cover properties on York Road, Nash Road and Cook Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Tilgate: Southgate (1 mile west), Crawley (1 mile north-west), Three Bridges (1 mile north-east), Maidenbower (1 mile east) and West Green (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (7 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (8 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (7 miles east), Billingshurst (13 miles south-west) and Roffey (6 miles west).
Near you in Tilgate
Typical jobs here are in homes near Thomas Bennett Community College, The Grasshopper pub and Tilgate Park, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Crawley station, roughly 0.6 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find County Mall (0.7 miles north-west) and Crawley Hospital (1.2 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Tilgate Lake.