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Broadland Row Storm Damage Roof Report
Wondering about the roof at a property in Broadland Row? You can book a storm damage roof report in Broadland Row and across East Sussex.
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Broken or displaced guttering
How we price storm damage roof reports
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Booking your survey
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, it’s useful to mention:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Anything about access we should know
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Broadland Row
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from the ground, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it is safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. We survey flat roofs, gutters and fascias and slate and tile slopes, and common reasons people get in touch are lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls.
In a village or hamlet like Broadland Row, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We look at everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Broadland Row (TN31)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Also near Broadland Row
What else we do in Broadland Row
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
What happens on the day
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take an hour or two on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older rural homes like those around Broadland Row can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it’s safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Getting a price
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
Related advice
Common roof problems in Broadland Row
Storms do not only affect pitched roofs. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
Problems we come across often include:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Questions to ask before booking
- What exactly goes into their report
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What insurance they carry
- How soon the report will arrive
Leaks and storm damage in Broadland Row
Broadland Row is within about 5 miles of the coast, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, often gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. 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.
If you let a flat or house near Doleham station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. Historic houses like Great Dixter, about 4 miles north-west, show how far back building around Broadland Row goes. Older roofs in the area may have lead flashings, valleys and gutters that have been patched many times.
Broadland Row is about 6 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Broadland Row, we can survey the roof. Broadland Row is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex where we work. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
We survey roofs across TN31 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Local streets include Hundredhouse Lane and Udimore Road. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Broad Oak (1 mile west), Udimore (1 mile east), Beckley Furnace (1 mile north-west), Doleham (2 miles south-west) and Broad Street (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Hastings (6 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (6 miles south), Belmont (6 miles south) and Hollington (6 miles south-west).
Around Broadland Row
For rail, the closest station is Doleham station, about 1.9 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Conquest Hospital (4.8 miles south-west) and Barn Theatre and Museum (3.7 miles south-west). The countryside around Broadland Row includes Flatropers Wood.
Useful tips for Broadland Row property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
Your insurer may send a loss adjuster to look at the damage. You will have your own independent record to refer to.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Broadland Row
Is my home in Broadland Row listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover smaller places like Broadland Row?
Yes. Broadland Row is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
How do I book a survey in Broadland Row?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from the ground, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it’s safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
A missing tile lets rain reach the underlay. Each gap is recorded with a photo.
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.