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Baldslow Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Baldslow, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
What happens if roof problems are left?
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from ground level. Those photos show the damage as it was. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Baldslow
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- An independent look at the roof
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
About our storm damage roof report in Baldslow
What counts as a storm depends on your policy, though many use gusts of about 55 mph. Check your own policy wording. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. The claim decision rests with your insurer. We are often asked to look into cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and flat roof edges peeled back, on flashings, gutters and fascias and flat roofs.
For a small place like Baldslow, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It’s useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Baldslow (TN37, TN34, TN38)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
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.
What we are asked to look at in Baldslow
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. An independent report gives you another view of the roof. We can’t say whether the decision will change.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- New damp or leaks inside
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
If you live near a park like Old Roar Gill and Coronation Wood, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.
Before booking anyone
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Are they insured for the work?
- What happens after the report arrives
- Which limits apply to the survey
Baldslow roofs and the weather
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Baldslow, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Landlords with a home close to Ore station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. For businesses in and around places such as Priory Meadow Shopping Centre, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Baldslow is about 2 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Baldslow for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Baldslow is one of the places in East Sussex we cover. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across the TN37, TN34 and TN38 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Streets in the area include Whitworth Road, Fairfield Road and Westfield Lane. Being close to the A28, Baldslow is easy for us to reach. We also cover the places around Baldslow: Hollington (1 mile south), St Helen's (1 mile south-east), Hastings (2 miles south), Silverhill (2 miles south) and Blacklands (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (14 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (5 miles south-west), Hailsham (13 miles west), St Leonards (3 miles south), Polegate (14 miles west) and Hastings Old Town (3 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Baldslow
We work in homes and buildings around Old Roar Gill and Coronation Wood, The Victoria Inn and Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy, among other places. Baldslow’s nearest station is Ore station, roughly 2.3 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Hastings Castle (2.8 miles south-east) and Barn Theatre and Museum (1.2 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Church Wood and Robsack Wood and Senlac Hill.
What we do, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Older rural homes like those around Baldslow can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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Common questions in Baldslow
How do I find out if my home in Baldslow is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Baldslow?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Complain to your insurer first. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we cannot say how it will turn out.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We are not loss adjusters, and we don’t negotiate claims. We provide an independent record of the roof, which you can pass to your insurer.
How do I book a survey in Baldslow?
It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and some details about the roof. We survey on any day of the week.
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Flashings around stacks can lift in strong winds. Loose flashings are recorded.
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
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Useful tips for Baldslow property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Photograph damage inside the house too
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. 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.