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Storm damage roof report in Brede, East Sussex
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Brede, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Storm damage roof report in Brede: what you get
After a storm, it is useful to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We aren’t loss adjusters, and we can’t say whether a claim will be paid. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. If you are worried about cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and roofs hit by falling trees, we can find out what’s behind it.
Many homes in small places like Brede face open ground, 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.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Brede (TN31)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Brede
Is Brede in the area you cover?
Yes, Brede is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is Brede within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
It depends on your policy. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Do you look in the roof space?
Usually, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Brede
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. We record the damage and where it is, with photos.
Look out for signs like these:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Damaged pots on the stack
If you own a rental within reach of Doleham station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Before booking anyone
- Are they insured for the work?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- How soon the report will arrive
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Cottages and farmhouses around Brede often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- 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.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The size of the roof
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, including VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. It is useful to include:
- What made you get in touch
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Nearby places to Brede
What else we do in Brede
Different roofs, different checks
Ridge and hip tiles
Worn mortar under ridge tiles can let them lift in a storm. Our report says whether it looks freshly damaged or worn over time.
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Leaks and storm damage in Brede
Historic houses such as Durhamford Manor, about 3.3 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Brede goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. 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. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Anyone responsible for a site like Brede Primary School will know that a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside. Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St George: leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Brede is about 5 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. Brede is one of many places we visit across East Sussex. Across East Sussex, we cover Brede. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Every address in TN31 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as Brede Hill and Stubb Lane. We also cover Cackle Street (1 mile north), Westfield (2 miles south-west), Kent Street (3 miles south-west), Sedlescombe (3 miles west) and Mill Corner (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Hastings (5 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles south-west), St Leonards (6 miles south), Hastings Old Town (5 miles south), Belmont (5 miles south) and Heathfield (15 miles west).
Local landmarks in Brede
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Red Lion Public House. For rail, the closest station is Doleham station, roughly 1.2 miles south-east. Nearby you will also find Barn Theatre and Museum (2.5 miles south) and Conquest Hospital (3.5 miles south). Open spaces near Brede include Flatropers Wood and Senlac Hill.
DIY checks: what’s safe
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.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.