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Storm damage roof report in Isfield, East Sussex
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Storm damage roof reports in Isfield, with photos and a clear written report.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Storm damage roof report in Isfield: what you get
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. Our report records both: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. We’re often asked to look into water coming in after the storm and roofs hit by falling trees, on gutters and fascias, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes.
Many homes in small places like Isfield face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Isfield (TN22)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Isfield
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. Our report covers flat and pitched roofs.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of St Margaret are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How soon the report will arrive
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What we cannot see
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- The outcome of a claim
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Estimates of repair costs
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
Leave it or get it looked at?
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. Our report gives an honest view of both, so you know what the roof shows. Older and listed buildings around Isfield may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why us?
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Over 20 years’ experience
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take about one to two hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Cottages and farmhouses around Isfield often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photos.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email 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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Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Check how your policy defines a storm
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. It is your record to use.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. They can damage the roof in high winds.
Different roofs, different checks
Slate roofs
Slates can slip or blow off in a storm, especially where the nails have corroded. We record which slates have moved and any signs of older nail fatigue.
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We record what we can see of the fixings.
Storm damage roof reports around Isfield
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. The wider area around Isfield has a long history of building, with Glyndebourne about 4.1 miles south. 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.
If you let a flat or house near Uckfield station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Isfield is about 3 miles south-west of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Whether the building in Isfield is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Surveys in TN22 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Station Road, Lavender Fields and Horsted Lane and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Isfield, we cover Rose Hill (1 mile south-east), Little Horsted (1 mile north-east), Mount Pleasant (2 miles west), Barcombe Mills (2 miles south-west) and Barcombe Cross (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (14 miles south-east), Seaford (11 miles south), Lewes (5 miles south-west), Hailsham (10 miles south-east), Crowborough (9 miles north-east) and Uckfield (3 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Isfield
In Isfield, that means homes and buildings near The Laughing Fish pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Uckfield station, roughly 2.7 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Tickerage Castle (4.4 miles north-east) and Museum of Agricultural Bygones (3.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Isfield includes Cliffe Hill and Malling Down.
Isfield questions
Do you cover Isfield?
Yes, Isfield is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is Isfield within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Stay off the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.