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Storm damage roof report in Heathfield, East Sussex
Storm damage roof reports in Heathfield and the rest of East Sussex. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
We confirm the price for your survey before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Which survey package you book
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
What we need to know
There is no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- When you need the report by
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Storm damage roof report in Heathfield
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from the ground, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it’s safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. We are often asked to look into cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and torn or lifted flat roof coverings, across flat roofs, gutters and fascias and slate and tile slopes.
Older cottages and houses around Heathfield may have roofs with little or no underlay. Once the slates or tiles let water past, there’s little to stop it reaching the ceiling. Finding where it gets in, and whether it’s old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. Wet battens and insulation in the loft are frequently the first clue.
You receive the findings 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
- Heathfield (TN21)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Heathfield
Storms do not only affect pitched roofs. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Lead lifted at abutments
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near St Richards Church, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What experience they bring
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What the survey will not cover
Storm damage roof reports around Heathfield
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. 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. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Take a building like Parkside Community Primary School: a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Heathfield is about 7 miles north of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Heathfield gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Our East Sussex coverage includes Heathfield and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Surveys in TN21 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Upper Station Road, Station Road and High Street, and we cover them all. With the A265 and A267 close by, Heathfield is simple for us to get to for storm damage roof reports. We also cover the places around Heathfield: Sandy Cross (1 mile south), Old Heathfield (1 mile east), Cade Street (1 mile east), Maynard's Green (1 mile south) and Broad Oak (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (12 miles south), Hastings (15 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles south-east), Seaford (15 miles south-west), Lewes (12 miles south-west) and Hailsham (7 miles south).
Landmarks near Heathfield
Around Heathfield, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Heathfield Community College and Runt-in-Tun pub and the streets around them. Nearby you’ll also find Sussex Farm Museum (2.3 miles south) and Old Castle (4.5 miles east). Open spaces near Heathfield include Selwyns Wood.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
You’ll need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
Nearby places to Heathfield
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FAQs for Heathfield
Do you cover smaller places like Heathfield?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Heathfield is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What’s the best way to book?
Just phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It depends on your policy. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Check your policy wording.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
We cannot say whether a claim will be paid. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you’re still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Heathfield
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Heathfield. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What we do, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. A visit to Heathfield is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed ahead of time. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.