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Storm Damage Roof Report in West Chiltington Common
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out storm damage roof reports in West Chiltington Common, with photos and a clear written report.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in West Chiltington Common
Do you cover smaller places like West Chiltington Common?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I find out if my home in West Chiltington Common is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. Binoculars can help you see damage from below and we’ll inspect the rest from safe positions.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Insurers normally exclude wear and tear. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take between one and two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The written report follows by email.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We aren’t loss adjusters and don’t act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
How a storm damage roof report works in West Chiltington Common
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. If you’ve noticed slipped or missing slates or tiles and damaged gutters and fascias, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a smaller place like West Chiltington Common, some roofs face open ground, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that’s a useful clue. It helps to know when and where the water appears. Gutters and downpipes on the exposed side are worth a look as well.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Place
- West Chiltington Common (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in West Chiltington Common
Gusts work at anything on a roof that is loose or exposed. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. People typically call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Damaged pots on the stack
If you look after a building like West Chiltington Community Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What insurance they carry
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
Can I check my roof myself?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. Each gap is recorded with a photo.
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. We photograph and describe the damage.
Places near West Chiltington Common
Also in West Chiltington Common
Wind, rain and roofs in West Chiltington Common
The wider area around West Chiltington Common has a long history of building, with Parham House about 2.4 miles south-west. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
If you own a rental within reach of Pulborough station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. Take an older house close to St Mary's Church: leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
West Chiltington Common is about 9 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Anywhere in West Chiltington Common, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Brighton.
Storm damage roof reports in RH20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You’ll find streets such as Morris Way, Nightingales and Wells Place, all of which we cover. Other places close to West Chiltington Common include West Chiltington (1 mile north-east), Nutbourne (1 mile north-west), Marehill (1 mile north-west), Abingworth (1 mile east) and Wiggonholt (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (9 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (14 miles east), Littlehampton (10 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles south-east).
What’s near West Chiltington Common
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Rydon Community College, among other places. West Chiltington Common’s nearest station is Pulborough station, roughly 2.7 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include The Storrington And District Museum (1.9 miles south) and Amberley Castle (4.3 miles south-west). Open spaces near West Chiltington Common include Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Chanctonbury Hill.
How the survey works
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. A visit to West Chiltington Common is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- You let us know 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.
Related advice
Why it is worth a survey now in West Chiltington Common
It is useful to get a record soon after the storm, while the damage is fresh. Later weather and temporary repairs can make it harder to see what happened. With lower homes, common in places like West Chiltington Common, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Package prices that include VAT
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Plain-English reports with photos
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Estimates of repair costs
- Negotiating a claim settlement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias