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Storm damage roof report in Filching, East Sussex
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Filching and across East Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
Filching: your questions answered
Is the coastal weather around Filching hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Within about 4 miles of the sea, as Filching is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Filching?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
How do I book a survey in Filching?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run on any day of the week.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The written report follows by email.
Do you cover Filching for storm damage roof reports?
Yes. Filching is part of the area we cover.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
How a storm damage roof report works in Filching
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We’re not loss adjusters and cannot tell you if your claim will succeed. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. We survey slate and tile slopes, chimney stacks and ridges and hips, and people most frequently book us about damaged flat roof membrane and damaged gutters and fascias.
Many homes in small places like Filching face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. 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.
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.
- Where
- Filching (BN26)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Filching
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both inc. VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
What we need to know
We’ll usually ask about:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What this survey can’t tell you
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Negotiating a claim settlement
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
Wind, rain and roofs in Filching
Filching lies within about 4 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. About 2.9 miles west lies Alfriston Clergy House, a reminder of how long the area around Filching has been built on. 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.
Anyone responsible for a site like Willingdon Primary School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of Saint Peter, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Filching is about 3 miles north-west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Filching and the surrounding area. Filching is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex where we work for storm damage roof reports. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Here we cover the BN26 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We also cover Wannock (1 mile north-east), Folkington (1 mile north-west), Lower Willingdon (1 mile east), Willingdon (1 mile east) and Polegate (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (3 miles south-east), Hastings (15 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles east), Seaford (5 miles west), Lewes (11 miles north-west) and Hailsham (4 miles north).
Near you in Filching
We work in homes and buildings around The Eight Bells Inn and Willingdon Community School and the streets around them. Filching’s nearest station is Polegate station, roughly 1.5 miles north-east. A little further out are Burlough Castle (2.5 miles west) and Eastbourne District General Hospital (2.3 miles south-east). The countryside around Filching includes Combe Hill.
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The survey, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit normally takes between one and two hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a hamlet or village like Filching, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Find any records of previous roof work
Booking a survey
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Filching, ring 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Filching?
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Roofs hit by falling trees
If you let a flat or house near Polegate station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Before you book anyone
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That’s where a survey comes in.
Tips from our surveys
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.