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Storm damage roof report in Jevington, East Sussex
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Jevington. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
Storm damage roof reports in Jevington: local notes
Jevington lies within about 3 miles of the sea. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. Alfriston Clergy House, about 2.7 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Jevington. 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, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For landlords with property near Polegate station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Willingdon Community School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Jevington is about 3 miles west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. Jevington is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Jevington is one of the towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. There’s also a page for Brighton.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: BN26. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Jevington Road, Church Lane and Green Lane. We also cover Ratton Village (2 miles east), Friston (2 miles south), East Dean (2 miles south), Old Town (3 miles south-east) and Hampden Park (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (3 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (5 miles west), Lewes (11 miles north-west), Hailsham (5 miles north) and St Leonards (15 miles east).
Around Jevington
Around Jevington, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Eight Bells Inn. Jevington’s nearest station is Polegate station, roughly 2.3 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Burlough Castle (2.6 miles north-west) and Eastbourne District General Hospital (2.3 miles east). Open spaces near Jevington include Combe Hill.
Storm damage roof report in Jevington: what you get
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and don’t climb onto the roof. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We are frequently asked to look into slates and tiles blown off the roof and damaged gutters and fascias, on flashings, gutters and fascias and slate and tile slopes.
Being in a small place like Jevington makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
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
- Jevington (BN26)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Jevington
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Jevington?
It can do. Within about 3 miles of the sea, as Jevington is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Will you come out to Jevington?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How long will you be at the property?
Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. We’ll confirm the timing when you book.
How do I book a survey in Jevington?
Simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
When to book a survey in Jevington
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
People usually book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Andrew: water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Their report turnaround times
- Their insurance cover
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
Can I check my roof myself?
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
In high winds, slates can slip or go, frequently where nails have rusted. We record which slates have moved and any signs of older nail fatigue.
Chimney stacks
Flashings around stacks can lift in strong winds. Loose flashings are recorded.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Height and safe access
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The shape of the roof and its details
For a price for your roof in Jevington, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
We will usually ask about:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
- Anything about access we should know
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
What this survey can’t tell you
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Areas we cannot see safely
- Negotiating a claim settlement
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Older roofs in small places like Jevington can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Let us know about parking near the property
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.