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Storm damage roof report in Woodmancote, West Sussex
Storm damage roof reports in Woodmancote, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photos.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
Storm damage roof report in Woodmancote
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from ground level or from windows, and don’t climb onto the roof. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We survey slate and tile slopes, gutters and fascias and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are slates and tiles blown off the roof and lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles.
Roofs in small places like Woodmancote often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Woodmancote (BN5)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Woodmancote questions
Do you cover smaller places like Woodmancote?
Yes. Woodmancote is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Is Woodmancote in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Woodmancote is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we’ll agree the details when you book.
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How it works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Somewhere like Woodmancote needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- The damage is recorded with photographs, area by area.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Estimates of repair costs
- The outcome of a claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Woodmancote
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
Woodmancote roofs and the weather
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Trees in and around Tottington Wood shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters. If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Peter, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Woodmancote is about 6 miles south-west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. Woodmancote gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at what can safely be seen, photos and a clear written report. Across West Sussex, we cover Woodmancote. Brighton is in our area too.
Every address in BN5 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Close by, we survey roofs in Blackstone (1 mile north-east), Small Dole (2 miles south-west), Henfield (2 miles north-west), Albourne (2 miles north-east) and High Cross (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (14 miles north), Horsham (11 miles north), Worthing (9 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (8 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (6 miles north-east) and Littlehampton (15 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Woodmancote
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Tottington Wood, among other places. Woodmancote’s nearest station is Hassocks station, roughly 4.3 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Dene Hospital (4.7 miles north-east) and The Budding Foundation Museum of Gardening (4 miles east). Open spaces near Woodmancote include Woods Mill and Truleigh Hill.
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. The report notes any damage to the stack.
Slate roofs
After strong winds, we often see cracked and slipped slates. We photograph and describe each one.
Common roof problems in Woodmancote
Landlords and building managers frequently need a written record after a storm. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Water coming in after the storm
Landlords with a home close to Hassocks station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Are they insured for the work?
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Photograph damage inside the house too
If you are unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.