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Storm damage roof report in Warminghurst, West Sussex
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Warminghurst. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
Storm damage roof report in Warminghurst
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. Every area of damage is photographed and described. If part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. If you’ve noticed water coming in after the storm and flat roof edges peeled back, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Warminghurst, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. We look at what can safely be seen and set out what we find. 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 photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Warminghurst (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect between one and two hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a small place like Warminghurst, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. We don’t deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
Storm damage roof reports in Warminghurst: local notes
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. About 3.9 miles south-west lies Parham House, a reminder of how long the area around Warminghurst has been built on. If yours is one of the older homes, 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.
If you let a flat or house near Pulborough station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If you look after a building such as Ashington CofE Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Warminghurst is about 8 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in Warminghurst, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton.
We survey roofs across the RH20 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Other places close to Warminghurst include Thakeham (1 mile north-west), Abingworth (1 mile west), Goose Green (1 mile north), Heath Common (1 mile south-west) and West Chiltington (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Crawley (15 miles north-east), Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (8 miles south), Haywards Heath (14 miles east), Burgess Hill (12 miles east) and Littlehampton (10 miles south-west).
Near you in Warminghurst
In Warminghurst, that means homes and buildings near Rydon Community College. For rail, the closest station is Pulborough station, roughly 4.7 miles west. Well-known places in the area include The Storrington And District Museum (2.2 miles south-west). The countryside around Warminghurst includes Chanctonbury Hill and Knepp Wildland.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Warminghurst
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
When to book a survey in Warminghurst
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. The decision still rests with the insurer.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Stains appearing after strong winds
The streets around a church like Church of the Holy Sepulchre are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- When you’ll get the report
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What insurance they carry
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What to let us know when you get in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The address and postcode of the property
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. We photograph each gap.
Ridge and hip tiles
Water can get in where ridge tiles have moved. Each one is recorded with photos.
Warminghurst: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Warminghurst?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover smaller places like Warminghurst?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is normally excluded from home insurance. We note both storm damage and older defects, so it is clear what we found. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
Only your insurer can decide that. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.