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Storm damage roof report in Broad Street, East Sussex
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Broad Street. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- New damp or leaks inside
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
What happens if roof problems are left?
Damage left open lets in more rain. That can add to the damage and make it harder to separate from the storm. Emergency temporary protection should be arranged with a roofer. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Broad Street, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why book us in Broad Street
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Visits on any day of the week
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
How a storm damage roof report works in Broad Street
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. Typical surveys look at gaps where slates or tiles have gone and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls, across gutters and fascias, slate and tile slopes and flashings.
For a small place like Broad Street, 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.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Broad Street (TN36)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The size of the roof
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
What to tell us when you contact us
These details help when you get in touch:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Broad Street, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
FAQs for Broad Street
Is the coastal weather around Broad Street hard on roofs?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Is Broad Street within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. We’ll confirm the timing when you book.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Older roofs in small places like Broad Street can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there is access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Arrange a survey
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Broad Street
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Broad Street, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Anyone responsible for a site like Icklesham Church of England Primary School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. Historic houses such as Lamb House, about 4.1 miles north-east, show how far back building around Broad Street goes. Leaks in period homes nearby frequently come from lead work and valleys that have been patched before. For an older house near a landmark like The Parish Church of St Nicholas, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Broad Street is about 5 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Broad Street and the surrounding area. Our East Sussex coverage includes Broad Street and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
We cover every part of TN36 for storm damage roof reports. Other places close to Broad Street include Icklesham (1 mile east), Udimore (1 mile north), Cock Marling (2 miles north-east), Three Oaks (2 miles south-west) and Broadland Row (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Hastings (5 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles south-west), St Leonards (6 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (5 miles south-west), Belmont (5 miles south-west) and Hollington (5 miles south-west).
Around Broad Street
The nearest railway station is Doleham station, roughly 1.8 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Camber Castle (3.7 miles east) and Winchelsea Court Hall Museum (2.5 miles east). Not far away are Flatropers Wood.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Broad Street
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Towns and villages near Broad Street
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What we cannot see
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Areas we cannot see safely
- The outcome of a claim
- Estimates of repair costs
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. It is your record to use.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.