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Westhampnett Storm Damage Roof Report
Need a storm damage roof report in Westhampnett? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Storm damage roof report in Westhampnett: what you get
High winds normally affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Falling branches can cause damage too. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. Common reasons to book are damaged gutters and fascias and slates and tiles blown off the roof, on gutters and fascias, flashings and slate and tile slopes.
Many homes in small places like Westhampnett face open ground, 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 written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Westhampnett (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Westhampnett
Letting agents and landlords in Westhampnett book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where it applies. The survey usually takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Around Westhampnett, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- 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 the survey
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Wind, rain and roofs in Westhampnett
Westhampnett lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. 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.
For hotels and guest houses around Westhampnett, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St Peter, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. With Goodwood House about 1.6 miles north, the area around Westhampnett has a long history. Older roofs in the area may have lead flashings, valleys and gutters that have been patched many times.
Westhampnett is about 1 mile north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. We cover Westhampnett and the rest of West Sussex. Westhampnett is one of the places in West Sussex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Storm damage roof reports in PO18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Hill Road, Sears Close and Hamilton Way or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Westhampnett: Maudlin (1 mile east), Shopwyke (1 mile south-east), Westerton (1 mile north-east), Portfield (1 mile south-west) and Strettington (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (8 miles south), Littlehampton (10 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles west), Rustington (11 miles east) and Storrington (14 miles east).
What’s near Westhampnett
Around Westhampnett, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Coach And Horses Public House, Westbourne House School and Chichester High School For Girls. The closest station to Westhampnett is Chichester station, roughly 1.7 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Chichester Castle (1.2 miles south-west) and Chichester Centre (0.8 miles west). Open spaces near Westhampnett include Stoke Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
Honest limits
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Westhampnett
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Westhampnett
Is the coastal weather around Westhampnett hard on roofs?
Frequently, yes. Within about 5 miles of the sea, as Westhampnett is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Is my home in Westhampnett listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Westhampnett?
It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will recommend the right survey. Surveys run seven days a week.
Do you work in Westhampnett?
Yes. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Westhampnett.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
That’s not something we can promise. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is normally excluded from home insurance. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so it’s clear what we found. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
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What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- House, block, shop or office
- The roof’s overall size
- Which survey package you book
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What we need to know
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Anything about access we should know
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, alongside any photos you took yourself. Around Westhampnett, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book us in Westhampnett
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 20+ years’ experience
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out