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Storm damage roof report in Upperton, West Sussex
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Upperton, with photographs and a written report.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Damaged pots on the stack
How a storm damage roof report works in Upperton
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. If you’ve noticed flat roof edges peeled back and lead lifted at abutments, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and flat roofs alike.
Many homes in small places like Upperton face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Upperton (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- How your policy defines a storm
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
Also near Upperton
Also in Upperton
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
What we do, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit typically takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a hamlet or village like Upperton, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s 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.
How to prepare
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Check pets are kept safely away
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
How to book
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Upperton, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Upperton: your questions answered
Is Upperton within the area you cover?
Yes, Upperton is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is my home in Upperton listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We aren’t loss adjusters and don’t act for you with the insurer. We provide an independent record of the roof for you to send to your insurer.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
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 put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it is safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
There’s no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
Wind, rain and roofs in Upperton
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. The wider area around Upperton has a long history of building, with Petworth House about 1.2 miles south-east. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Upperton is about 12 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. In Upperton, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. 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, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Tillington (1 mile south-east), Hampers Green (1 mile east), River (1 mile west), Petworth (1 mile south-east) and Rotherbridge (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (14 miles east), Bognor Regis (14 miles south), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (14 miles south), Rustington (14 miles south-east) and Storrington (10 miles south-east).
What’s near Upperton
A little further out are Midhurst Community Hospital (4.3 miles west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (2.2 miles south). For a walk, there is Graffham Common and Blackdown.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Upperton
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It sets out what we found and the likely cause, alongside any photos you took yourself. In a small place like Upperton, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
All our prices include VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Upperton
- A report with photos
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Common roof problems in Upperton
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.
People usually book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Lead lifted at abutments
- New damp or leaks inside
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of All Hallows, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
What to check before booking
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What exactly goes into their report
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Lifted flashings let rain run behind them into the roof. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Ridge and hip tiles
The ridge and hips are among the most exposed parts of a roof. The survey notes loose, cracked or missing ridge and hip tiles.