East Sussex · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Boreham Street
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Boreham Street, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Storm damage roof report in Boreham Street: what you get
After a storm, safety comes first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. Common reasons to book are roofs hit by falling trees and lead lifted at abutments, on chimney stacks, ridges and hips and flashings.
Many homes in small places like Boreham Street face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- Boreham Street (BN27)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Boreham Street questions
How do I find out if my home in Boreham Street is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Boreham Street, take more of a battering?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
How are storm damage reports priced?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not part of the report.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
We cannot say whether a claim will be paid. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Do you cover Boreham Street for storm damage roof reports?
Yes. Boreham Street is part of the area we cover.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Boreham Street?
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. We record the damage and where it is, with photographs.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
In and around Boreham Street, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Their insurance cover
- Whether VAT is added on top
Also near Boreham Street
Also in Boreham Street
Tips from our surveys
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
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.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. With binoculars, you can often spot problems without climbing. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
Leaks and storm damage in Boreham Street
Boreham Street is within about 4 miles of the coast, where storms can bring strong gusts off the sea. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, often gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
If you own a rental within reach of Normans Bay station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Boreham Street is about 5 miles north-west of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Boreham Street for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Across East Sussex, we cover Boreham Street. Brighton is in our area too.
All of BN27 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. We cover properties on Boreham Lane, Wood Lane and Boreham Hill. Other places close to Boreham Street include Windmill Hill (1 mile north-west), Wartling (1 mile south-west), Flowers Green (2 miles west), Chapel Row (2 miles west) and Golden Cross (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (7 miles south-west), Hastings (9 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (5 miles south-east), Seaford (13 miles south-west), Hailsham (5 miles west) and Crowborough (15 miles north-west).
Near you in Boreham Street
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Bulls Head Inn, among other places. The closest station to Boreham Street is Normans Bay station, about 3.7 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Amberstone Hospital (4 miles west) and Herstmonceux Castle (1.3 miles south-west). Open spaces near Boreham Street include Gillham Wood.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Boreham Street
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Boreham Street. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
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.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Around Boreham Street, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Arrange a survey
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 email us to find out.
Related advice
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Anything about access we should know
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.