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Storm damage roof report in Herstmonceux, East Sussex
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Herstmonceux from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Why it’s worth a survey now in Herstmonceux
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from the ground. That keeps a record of how it looked. Outbuildings and barns around Herstmonceux are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- 98% of customers satisfied
- A written report with photographs
- 20+ years’ experience
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Herstmonceux
Our storm damage report gives you an independent, written record of how a storm has affected your roof. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We are not loss adjusters, and we cannot tell you whether a claim will succeed. We survey chimney stacks, flat roofs and flashings, and people most often book us about torn or lifted flat roof coverings and slipped or missing slates or tiles.
In a village or hamlet like Herstmonceux, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Herstmonceux (BN27)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. For a village or hamlet like Herstmonceux, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the roof space where it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
How to prepare
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift or pull away from walls and chimneys in strong winds. We record which are loose or damaged.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. The survey notes loose, cracked or missing ridge and hip tiles.
When you need someone else
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- The outcome of a claim
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Areas we cannot see safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Herstmonceux
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
When to book a survey in Herstmonceux
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.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Loose or torn flashings
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Stains appearing after strong winds
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Herstmonceux Church of England Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
What to check before booking
- What the survey won’t cover
- What insurance they carry
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What experience they bring
Landlord and commercial surveys in Herstmonceux
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Herstmonceux. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Leaks and storm damage in Herstmonceux
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. The wider area around Herstmonceux has a long history of building, with Horselunges Manor about 3.1 miles west. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Herstmonceux is about 3 miles north-east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Herstmonceux gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex. There’s also a page for Brighton.
Surveys in BN27 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Fairlawns Drive, Dacre Road and Fiennes Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Chapel Row (1 mile south-east), Stunts Green (1 mile north-west), Flowers Green (1 mile south), Windmill Hill (1 mile east) and Golden Cross (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (7 miles south), Hastings (11 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (7 miles south-east), Seaford (12 miles south-west), Lewes (14 miles west) and Hailsham (3 miles south-west).
What’s near Herstmonceux
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Woolpack Inn, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Amberstone Hospital (2 miles west) and Herstmonceux Castle (1.6 miles south-east).
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Common questions in Herstmonceux
Do you cover Herstmonceux?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in Herstmonceux is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you look in the roof space?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.