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Storm Damage Roof Report in Etchingham
Wondering about the roof at a property in Etchingham? You can book a storm damage roof report in Etchingham and across East Sussex.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Broken or displaced guttering
Storm damage roof report in Etchingham
Our storm damage report starts from £150. It’s a written report with photos, sent by email. It isn’t a repair quote and doesn’t include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for that. Your insurer may also send its own loss adjuster. What you get is an independent record of the damage and what seems to have caused it. We survey gutters and fascias, slate and tile slopes and flashings, and people most frequently book us about roofs hit by falling trees and stains appearing after strong winds.
For a small place like Etchingham, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Etchingham (TN19)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a small place like Etchingham, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we will recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Etchingham?
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
Take a building like Etchingham Church of England Primary School: a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
What to check before booking
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Etchingham
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Etchingham
The wider area around Etchingham has a long history of building, with Bateman's about 2.8 miles south-west. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you let a flat or house near Etchingham station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Nicholas and St Mary, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Etchingham is about 11 miles north-west of Hastings, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Etchingham and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Etchingham is one of the places in East Sussex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Storm damage roof reports in TN19 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on High Street, Oxenbridge Lane and Church Hill or a nearby road, we can help. If you are just outside Etchingham, we cover Burgh Hill (1 mile north-east), Hurst Green (2 miles north-east), Silver Hill (2 miles east), Cooper's Corner (2 miles north-east) and Ticehurst (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Hastings (11 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south), Hailsham (13 miles south-west), Crowborough (12 miles west), St Leonards (12 miles south-east) and Uckfield (15 miles west).
Near you in Etchingham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Robertsbridge Community College and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Etchingham itself: Etchingham station. Well-known places in the area include Ticehurst House Hospital (3.3 miles north-west). Not far away are Bewl Water.
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. You’ll have your own independent record to refer to.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
How we price storm damage roof reports
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Which survey package you book
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What to let us know when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What’s prompted the survey
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Etchingham, phone 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Etchingham
Do you carry out roof surveys in Etchingham?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Etchingham is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Etchingham is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run seven days a week. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Leave it or get it looked at?
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It sets out what we found and the likely cause, so you are not relying only on your own photos. Around Etchingham, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why us?
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- PI and public liability insurance