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Storm damage roof report in Westhumble, Surrey
An independent record of roof damage after a storm around Westhumble, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
Storm damage roof report in Westhumble: what you get
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it’s safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. Typical surveys look at stains appearing after strong winds and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind, on ridges and hips, flashings and chimney stacks.
For a small place like Westhumble, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Westhumble (RH5)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Westhumble: your questions answered
Do you cover Westhumble?
Yes, Westhumble is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Westhumble as anywhere else.
Is Westhumble within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. It does not include repair costs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for those.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. If it isn’t resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Do you look in the roof space?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
What happens on the day
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect what can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Somewhere as small as Westhumble, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there’s access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Arrange a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Advice
Storm damage roof reports in Westhumble: local notes
Polesden Lacey, about 1.8 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Westhumble. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Michael, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as The Ashcombe School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Westhumble is about 2 miles north of Dorking, in Surrey. We provide storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Westhumble and the surrounding area. Our Surrey coverage includes Westhumble. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: RH5. That includes homes and businesses on Adlers Lane, Chapel Lane and Burney Road and the roads around them. If you are just outside Westhumble, we cover Pixham (1 mile south-east), Mickleham (1 mile north-east), Ranmore Common (2 miles south-west), Dorking (2 miles south) and Westcott (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (10 miles west), Woking (11 miles north-west), Epsom (6 miles north-east), Horley (9 miles south-east), Redhill (7 miles east) and Ewell (8 miles north-east).
Around Westhumble
We work in homes and buildings around Norbury Park, Stepping Stones pub and Pippbrook House. There’s a railway station in Westhumble itself: Box Hill & Westhumble station. Nearby you’ll also find Headley Court (3.6 miles north-east) and Betchworth Castle (1.9 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Box Hill and Reigate Heath.
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Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Don’t go up a ladder to look.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Westhumble
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Which survey package you book
- The roof’s overall size
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
Common roof problems in Westhumble
A storm frequently finds a roof’s existing weak spots. Corroded nails on slate roofs, worn mortar on ridges and old flashings can all give way. Our report notes both the storm damage and any older wear.
Common reasons to book include:
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Loose or torn flashings
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Flat roof edges peeled back
A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Westhumble means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it pays to find faults before guests do.
Before booking anyone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
What you can safely check yourself
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.