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Storm damage roof report in West Green, West Sussex
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out storm damage roof reports in West Green.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Water coming in after the storm
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
About our storm damage roof report in West Green
Our storm damage report starts from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It doesn’t price the repairs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. The insurer may still send a loss adjuster of its own. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause. We survey slate and tile slopes, gutters and fascias and chimney stacks, and people most often book us about lead lifted at abutments and flat roof edges peeled back.
In older homes around places like West Green, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Once the slates or tiles let water past, there is little to stop it reaching the ceiling. 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 frequently the first clue.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- West Green (RH11, RH10)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in West Green
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. We record the damage and where it is, backed up with photos.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Living close to Grattons Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Before you book anyone
- Their report turnaround times
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
How it works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Homes around West Green often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- 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.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Leaks and storm damage in West Green
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Crawley, which West Green is part of, is one of England’s post-war new towns. Many homes in the new towns date from the post-war decades, with concrete interlocking tiles, low-pitched roofs and flat-roofed garages and porches. Leaks on homes like these often come from flat-roofed additions or from rain driven up under low-pitched tiles.
For an older house near a landmark like Voice of Deliverance Full Gospel Church of God, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. Anyone responsible for a site like West Green Primary School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
West Green is about 1 mile north of Crawley, in West Sussex. In West Green, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our West Sussex coverage includes West Green and the places around it.
We survey roofs across RH11 and RH10 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Bank Lane, Swift Lane and Raven Lane, all of which we cover. If you are just outside West Green, we cover Langley Green (1 mile north), Crawley (1 mile south), Southgate (1 mile south), Three Bridges (1 mile east) and Tilgate (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (7 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (10 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (12 miles south), East Grinstead (8 miles east), Billingshurst (13 miles south-west) and Roffey (6 miles south-west).
Near you in West Green
In West Green, that means homes and buildings near Ifield Community College, Grattons Park and Dr Samuel Johnson pub and the streets around them. The closest station to West Green is Crawley station, about 0.8 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Crawley Museum (under half a mile south) and Crawley Hospital (0.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near West Green include Tilgate Lake.
Landlord and commercial surveys in West Green
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Questions from West Green
Will you come out to West Green?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in West Green is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It depends on your policy. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Check your policy wording.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Do you look in the roof space?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Also near West Green
What else we do in West Green
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What this survey cannot tell you
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- How your policy defines a storm
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings