West Sussex · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Tillington
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Tillington and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Damaged pots on the stack
How a storm damage roof report works in Tillington
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there is access, and the roof itself where that’s safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. We note any part we couldn’t see. You get a photo-illustrated written report to give to your insurer. We survey flat roofs, flashings and ridges and hips, and the problems we are asked to look at most are lead lifted at abutments and slipped or missing slates or tiles.
Roofs in small places like Tillington often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Location
- Tillington (GU28)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Tillington
Is Tillington in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Tillington is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Tillington?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
It varies by policy. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Raise it with your insurer first. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that doesn’t resolve it. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. Repair costs aren’t included, so ask a roofer to quote.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What affects the price in Tillington
We confirm the price for your roof before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How big the roof is
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
For a price for your roof in Tillington, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you contact us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What’s prompted the survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
What we are asked to look at in Tillington
Storms don’t only affect pitched roofs. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
Look out for signs like these:
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of All Hallows: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What the survey won’t cover
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- How soon the report will arrive
Wind, rain and roofs in Tillington
Historic houses such as Petworth House, about 0.8 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Tillington goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you look after a building like Petworth Cof E Primary School, a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Tillington is about 12 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. We provide storm damage roof reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Tillington and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex. There’s also a page for Guildford.
Every address in GU28 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Upperton Road, Cemetery Lane and Tillington Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Tillington include Upperton (1 mile north-west), Petworth (1 mile east), Hampers Green (1 mile north-east), Rotherbridge (1 mile south) and River (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Horsham (14 miles east), Worthing (15 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (14 miles south), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (13 miles south) and Rustington (13 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Tillington
Around Tillington, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Old Square Tavern. A little further out are Lodsworth Castle (1.9 miles west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (1.7 miles south). Open spaces near Tillington include Graffham Common.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. We photograph and describe each one.
Honest limits
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- Estimates of repair costs
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. In a small place like Tillington, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Booking a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.