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Storm damage roof report in Balcombe, West Sussex
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Storm damage roof reports in Balcombe, with photos and a clear written report.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Damaged pots on the stack
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Somewhere as small as Balcombe, access is frequently 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.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
How a storm damage roof report works in Balcombe
Our storm damage report gives you an independent, written record of how a storm has affected your roof. It sets out what is damaged, with photos, and what we think the likely cause is. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We aren’t loss adjusters and can’t say whether a claim will be paid. If you’ve noticed flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and ridge tiles that have come loose, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
For a small place like Balcombe, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Balcombe (RH17)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Balcombe property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. It’s your record to use.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
Balcombe roofs and the weather
Historic houses like Tyes Place, about 2.1 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Balcombe goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you own a rental within reach of Balcombe station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Balcombe is about 4 miles north of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Balcombe can all book storm damage roof reports, with a written report and photographs every time. Balcombe is one of the places in West Sussex where we work for storm damage roof reports.
All of RH17 is covered for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on London Road, Stockcroft Road and Deanland Road or a nearby road, we can help. Balcombe sits on or near the B2036. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Balcombe Lane (1 mile north), Brook Street (2 miles south), Staplefield (2 miles south-west), Worth Abbey (3 miles north) and Whitemans Green (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (5 miles north-west), Horsham (8 miles west), Haywards Heath (4 miles south), Burgess Hill (7 miles south), East Grinstead (7 miles north-east) and Broadfield (4 miles north-west).
Near you in Balcombe
Balcombe has its own railway station: Balcombe station. Well-known places in the area include Princess Royal Hospital (4.9 miles south) and Cuckfield Museum (3.5 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow and Tilgate Lake.
Also near Balcombe
What else we do in Balcombe
Why act early in Balcombe
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is usually better. In a place like Balcombe, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Balcombe
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- An independent look at the roof
Different roofs, different checks
Ridge and hip tiles
The ridge and hips are among the most exposed parts of a roof. We record any that have lifted, cracked or come away.
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. We record any damage we can see.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Questions from Balcombe
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Balcombe?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is Balcombe in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Do you look in the roof space?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. We can record the damage in our report.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
What we are asked to look at in Balcombe
Storms do not only affect pitched roofs. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. Our report covers flat and pitched roofs.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Take a building like Balcombe CofE Controlled Primary School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Questions to ask before you book
- What they will not be able to tell you
- What insurance they carry
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone