West Sussex · London and the South East
Whitemans Green Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Whitemans Green and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
Storm damage roof report in Whitemans Green
Our storm damage report gives you an independent, written record of how a storm has affected your roof. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. It’s yours to pass to your insurer. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We’re not loss adjusters, and we can’t tell you whether a claim will succeed. We survey ridges and hips, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps where slates or tiles have gone and damaged pots on the stack.
Many homes in small places like Whitemans Green 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 record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Whitemans Green (RH17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in Whitemans Green
Roofs that were already worn are more likely to suffer in a storm. Nail fatigue, eroded ridge mortar and tired flashings can all fail in high winds. Our report notes both the storm damage and any older wear.
Common reasons to book include:
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
Take an older house close to Holy Trinity Church: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Questions to ask before you book
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What insurance they carry
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Their report turnaround times
Common questions in Whitemans Green
Do you cover smaller places like Whitemans Green?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Whitemans 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.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Please do not climb onto the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We’re not loss adjusters, and we do not negotiate claims. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It depends on your policy. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Check your policy wording.
Places near Whitemans Green
Also in Whitemans Green
Storm damage roof reports in Whitemans Green: local notes
The wider area around Whitemans Green has a long history of building, with Ockenden Manor about 0.6 miles south. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you own a rental within reach of Haywards Heath station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Whitemans Green is about 2 miles north-west of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. Whitemans Green is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Storm damage roof reports in RH17 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on London Road, Tollgate Lane and Ardingly Road and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Cuckfield (1 mile south-east), Brook Street (1 mile north), Slough Green (1 mile west), Staplefield (2 miles north-west) and Warninglid (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (7 miles north), Horsham (8 miles north-west), Burgess Hill (4 miles south), East Grinstead (10 miles north-east), Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles south-west) and Lancing (15 miles south-west).
What’s near Whitemans Green
In Whitemans Green, that means homes and buildings near The Rose And Crown Public House, Warden Park School and Warden Park School, among other places. The closest station to Whitemans Green is Haywards Heath station, about 1.8 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include St Francis Hospital (2.7 miles south-east) and Cuckfield Museum (0.5 miles south). The countryside around Whitemans Green includes Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- The outcome of a claim
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
What affects the price in Whitemans Green
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Height and safe access
- The size of the roof
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Getting in touch
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What made you get in touch
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift or pull away from walls and chimneys in strong winds. We record which are loose or damaged.
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
Why it is worth a survey now in Whitemans Green
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Acting quickly typically means less damage overall. Around Whitemans Green, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
What you get with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
The survey, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. All in, the survey usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Cottages and farmhouses around Whitemans Green often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We look at the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.