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Storm Damage Roof Report in Barcombe
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Barcombe. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Lead lifted at abutments
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Barcombe
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
Signs worth acting on include:
- New damp or leaks inside
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
If you own a rental within reach of Cooksbridge station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Before booking anyone
- What happens after the report arrives
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Is VAT included in the price?
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Barcombe
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. Common reasons to book are ridge tiles that have come loose and roofs hit by falling trees, across slate and tile slopes, gutters and fascias and ridges and hips.
Being in a small place like Barcombe makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Where
- Barcombe (BN8)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes an hour or two at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a small place like Barcombe, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Check pets are kept safely away
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Barcombe roofs and the weather
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, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. Glyndebourne, about 3.2 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Barcombe. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Take a building like Barcombe Church of England Primary School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. For an older house near a landmark like The Parish Church of St Mary, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Barcombe is about 3 miles north of Lewes, in East Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Barcombe, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our East Sussex coverage includes Barcombe. Brighton is in our area too.
We work across BN8 for storm damage roof reports. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Barcombe Mills (1 mile east), Barcombe Cross (1 mile north), Upper Wellingham (1 mile south-east), Mount Pleasant (1 mile north) and Cooksbridge (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (15 miles south-east), Seaford (10 miles south), Lewes (3 miles south), Hailsham (11 miles east), Crowborough (11 miles north-east) and Uckfield (5 miles north-east).
What’s near Barcombe
Around Barcombe, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Anglers Rest pub and Ringmer Community College and Sixth Form. The nearest railway station is Cooksbridge station, roughly 1.5 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Lewes Victoria Hospital (3 miles south) and Lewes Castle (3 miles south). Open spaces near Barcombe include Offham Hill and Malling Down.
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift or pull away from walls and chimneys in strong winds. We record which are loose or damaged.
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. Older cottages and farmhouses around Barcombe can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we can help you choose.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Surveys seven days a week
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Every finding written up with photos
See our cost guide or our case studies.
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
If you’re 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.
Questions from Barcombe
Do you carry out roof surveys in Barcombe?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Barcombe as anywhere else.
Is my home in Barcombe listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We are not loss adjusters and don’t act for you with the insurer. We provide an independent record of the roof for you to send to your insurer.
Do you look in the roof space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
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.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Only from ground level or from windows. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we will record the rest.
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Honest limits
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- The outcome of a claim
- Estimates of repair costs
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs