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Storm damage roof report in East Marden, West Sussex
We carry out storm damage roof reports in East Marden and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
The survey, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes an hour or two for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. For a village or hamlet like East Marden, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- 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.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in East Marden
A storm damage roof report is priced from £150. It’s a written report with photographs, sent by email. It isn’t a repair quote and doesn’t include repair costs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for that. Your insurer may also send its own loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause. We survey chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and flashings, and people most frequently book us about slipped or missing slates or tiles and torn or lifted flat roof coverings.
Many homes in small places like East Marden face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. 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 report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- East Marden (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in East Marden
Historic houses such as Uppark, about 2.6 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around East Marden goes. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
East Marden is about 6 miles north-east of Emsworth, in West Sussex. Anywhere in East Marden, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. East Marden is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover for storm damage roof reports. Portsmouth is in our area too.
We work across the PO18 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Other places close to East Marden include Compton (2 miles west), Chilgrove (2 miles east), Didling (3 miles north-east), Elsted (3 miles north) and East Harting (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (12 miles south-east), Chichester (7 miles south-east), Selsey (14 miles south), Emsworth (6 miles south-west), Portfield (7 miles south-east) and Yapton (13 miles south-east).
Near you in East Marden
A little further out are Museum of Gardening (3.6 miles east). Open spaces near East Marden include Bow Hill and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Check how your policy defines a storm
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. With binoculars, you can often spot problems without climbing. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- House, block, shop or office
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in East Marden
Branches and trees frequently come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, backed up with photos.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Broken or displaced guttering
Take an older house close to Church of St Peter: the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Questions to ask before booking
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What exactly goes into their report
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
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Questions from East Marden
Is East Marden in the area you cover?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and East Marden is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover smaller places like East Marden?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
What if the roof was already worn?
Insurers normally exclude wear and tear. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from the ground or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
What you can safely check yourself
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Surveys for landlords and agents in East Marden
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.