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Storm damage roof report in Houghton Green, East Sussex
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Storm damage roof reports in Houghton Green.
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
When to book a survey in Houghton Green
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Loose or torn flashings
Lamb House lies about 1.5 miles south, so building around Houghton Green goes back a long way. On older roofs nearby, leaks often trace back to lead flashings, valleys and gutters.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How soon the report will arrive
- What follow-up you get after the report
Storm damage roof report in Houghton Green: what you get
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. We survey slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and ridges and hips, and the problems we are asked to look at most are new damp or leaks inside and broken or displaced guttering.
Somewhere as small as Houghton Green, older roofs have often been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. We check everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Houghton Green (TN31)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Rural addresses near Houghton Green can be hard to find from a postcode alone, 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.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Keep pets in another room
Book a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Wind, rain and roofs in Houghton Green
Houghton Green is within about 3 miles of the coast, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, often gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Landlords with a home close to Rye station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Michael, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Houghton Green is about 11 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. Surveys in Houghton Green work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at what can be seen safely, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Here we cover the TN31 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Playden (1 mile south-west), East Guldeford (1 mile south-east), Iden (1 mile north-west), Rye (1 mile south) and Rye Foreign (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Hastings (11 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south-west), St Leonards (11 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (10 miles south-west), Belmont (10 miles south-west) and Hollington (11 miles south-west).
What’s near Houghton Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Kings Head Inn and Rye College and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Rye station, about 1.3 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find Rye Castle Museum (East Street) (1.4 miles south) and Ypres Tower (1.5 miles south). Open spaces near Houghton Green include Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.
Towns and villages near Houghton Green
Other services in Houghton Green
Leave it or get it looked at?
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from ground level if it is safe. That keeps a record of how it looked. In a small place like Houghton Green, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Why book us in Houghton Green
- Package prices that include VAT
- Every finding written up with photos
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. The report shows each damaged area.
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. We record what we find.
When you need someone else
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Acting for you with the insurer
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
Landlords, agents and block managers in Houghton Green
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
FAQs for Houghton Green
How do I find out if my home in Houghton Green is listed?
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 cover smaller places like Houghton Green?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
Only your insurer can decide that. We record the damage, with photos and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How are storm damage reports priced?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. The report does not include repair costs.
How do I book a survey in Houghton Green?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below and we will inspect the rest from safe positions.