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Storm damage roof report in Crowhurst, East Sussex
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Crowhurst from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Loose or torn flashings
- Roofs hit by falling trees
About our storm damage roof report in Crowhurst
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it’s safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. We note any part we couldn’t see. You get a written report with photos to give to your insurer. We survey gutters and fascias, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes, and people most frequently book us about damaged ridges and hips and loose or torn flashings.
Roofs in small places like Crowhurst often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Crowhurst (TN33)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Which survey package you book
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Anything about access we should know
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant.
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Slates often outlast the nails that hold them. We look at whether slipped slates suggest storm damage, older wear or both.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. We record any that have lifted, cracked or come away.
Leaks and storm damage in Crowhurst
Crowhurst lies within about 4 miles of the sea, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies, and the insurer decides the claim. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung 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.
Durhamford Manor lies about 3.8 miles north, so building around Crowhurst goes back a long way. On older roofs nearby, leaks often trace back to lead flashings, valleys and gutters. If you let a flat or house near Crowhurst station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Crowhurst is about 3 miles north-west of Hastings, in East Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Crowhurst can all book storm damage roof reports. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
All of TN33 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. Streets in the area include Station Road, Craig Close and Old Forewood Lane. Close by, we survey roofs in Green Street (1 mile south-east), Hollington (2 miles south-east), Baldslow (2 miles east), Silverhill (3 miles south-east) and Bulverhythe (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (12 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (3 miles south-west), Hailsham (11 miles west), St Leonards (3 miles south-east), Polegate (12 miles west) and Hastings Old Town (4 miles south-east).
What’s near Crowhurst
In Crowhurst, that means homes and buildings near The Plough Inn and Claverham Community College, among other places. There’s a railway station in Crowhurst itself: Crowhurst station. Other landmarks nearby include Hastings Castle (4.2 miles south-east) and Bexhill Hospital (2.8 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Church Wood and Robsack Wood and Senlac Hill.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Crowhurst
Is the coastal weather around Crowhurst hard on roofs?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
How do I find out if my home in Crowhurst is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. The written report follows by email.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Insurers normally exclude wear and tear. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. Your insurer decides the claim.
How do I book a survey in Crowhurst?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
What we are asked to look at in Crowhurst
Insurers often want evidence of what has been damaged and why. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. The decision still rests with the insurer.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Loose or torn flashings
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St George, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
What to check before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
How the survey works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a small place like Crowhurst, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
What you can safely check yourself
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.