East Sussex · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Etchingwood
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Etchingwood, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- New damp or leaks inside
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- How your policy defines a storm
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Negotiating a claim settlement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
How a storm damage roof report works in Etchingwood
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and do not climb onto the roof. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We survey ridges and hips, gutters and fascias and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and damaged gutters and fascias.
Somewhere as small as Etchingwood, older roofs have often been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We look at what can safely be seen and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Etchingwood (TN22)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Wind, rain and roofs in Etchingwood
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 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, so check with the council. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper 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 Buxted station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. Take a building like Uckfield College: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary the Virgin: leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Etchingwood is about 2 miles north-east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Whether the building in Etchingwood is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Across East Sussex, we cover Etchingwood and the places around it. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in TN22 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Potter's Green (1 mile north-west), Buxted (1 mile north-west), Framfield (1 mile south-west), Blackboys (1 mile south-east) and Hadlow Down (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (15 miles south-east), Seaford (14 miles south), Lewes (10 miles south-west), Hailsham (9 miles south-east), Crowborough (5 miles north) and Newhaven (14 miles south).
Around Etchingwood
We work in homes and buildings around The Buxted Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Buxted station, about 0.9 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Uckfield Community Hospital (2.2 miles south-west) and Tickerage Castle (0.9 miles south). The countryside around Etchingwood includes Selwyns Wood.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
We confirm the price for your roof before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Height and safe access
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the exact price before booking.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Common questions in Etchingwood
Is Etchingwood within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Is my home in Etchingwood listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
What does a storm damage report cost?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. The report does not include repair costs.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It varies by policy. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but your policy sets the actual test.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. Our report then records the roof.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
How the survey works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Somewhere like Etchingwood needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
How to prepare
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 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.
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Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They can help show the roof was looked after.