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Storm damage roof report in Cock Marling, East Sussex
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Cock Marling from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Loose or torn flashings
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
Storm damage roof report in Cock Marling
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it is safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. If you’ve noticed loose or torn flashings and flat roof edges peeled back, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Many homes in small places like Cock Marling face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Cock Marling (TN31)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older roofs in small places like Cock Marling can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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How we price storm damage roof reports
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The roof’s overall size
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What to let us know when you contact us
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The property’s address and postcode
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. The report notes any damage to the stack.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Cock Marling
Is my home in Cock Marling 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.
Will you come out to Cock Marling?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Only from the ground or from windows. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground and we’ll inspect the rest from safe positions.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Complain to your insurer first. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
What happens if roof problems are left?
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Later weather and temporary repairs can make it harder to see what happened. Outbuildings and barns around Cock Marling are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- 98% of customers satisfied
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Visits on any day of the week
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What this survey can’t tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Acting for you with the insurer
- How your policy defines a storm
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
Surveys for landlords and agents in Cock Marling
Letting agents and landlords in Cock Marling book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Cock Marling
Cock Marling is within about 3 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 frequently 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.
Lamb House lies about 2.5 miles east, so building around Cock Marling goes back a long way. Older roofs around here can leak at old repairs as readily as at original details. If you let a flat or house near Winchelsea station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Cock Marling is about 7 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. Wherever you are in Cock Marling, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Cock Marling is one of the places in East Sussex we cover. Maidstone is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: TN31. We also cover Udimore (1 mile west), Icklesham (2 miles south), Broad Street (2 miles south-west), Broadland Row (2 miles west) and Peasmarsh (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Hastings (7 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south-west), St Leonards (8 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (7 miles south-west), Belmont (7 miles south-west) and Hollington (7 miles south-west).
Around Cock Marling
For rail, the closest station is Winchelsea station, roughly 1.1 miles east. A little further out are Camber Castle (2.4 miles east) and Winchelsea Court Hall Museum (1.6 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Flatropers Wood.