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Lewes Storm Damage Roof Report
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Lewes from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Surveys for landlords and agents in Lewes
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Lewes and across East Sussex can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Storm damage roof report in Lewes
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. It sets out what is damaged, with photographs, and what we think the likely cause is. 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 cannot say whether a claim will be paid. We are often asked to look into slipped or missing slates or tiles and damaged flat roof membrane, across slate and tile slopes, gutters and fascias and ridges and hips.
Extensions, dormers and conservatories are common on houses in towns like Lewes, and the joint between new and old is a classic place for water to get in. The flashings and upstands at those joints get a proper look. The stain inside is often some way from where water gets in, particularly around extensions.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Lewes (BN7, BN8, BN6, RH15)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Lewes
What else we do in Lewes
Checking the roof from ground level
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Most visits in a town like Lewes start at the front of the house and work round to the back. The back garden is often where extensions, dormers and rear slopes are best seen, so unlocked gates help. Then, if it can be reached safely, we look in the loft.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there’s access.
- The damage is recorded with photographs, area by area.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Getting a price
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Lewes, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Lewes?
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. We record the damage and where it is, with photos.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Water coming in after the storm
Landlords with a home close to Lewes station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Before you book anyone
- Their insurance cover
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Honest limits
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Areas we can’t see safely
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
Lewes questions
Is my home in Lewes listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
What do I need to do before a survey in Lewes?
Not much. Keep pets out of the way, leave side gates unlocked and have any old roof paperwork handy.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is usually excluded from home insurance. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so you know what the roof shows. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Start by complaining to the insurer. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that doesn’t resolve it. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It varies by policy. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but check your own wording.
Storm damage roof reports around Lewes
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. 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. With Anne of Cleves House about 0.6 miles south, Lewes sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Anyone responsible for a site like Lewes Old Grammar School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. Hotels and guest houses near Lewes cannot easily close rooms for a leak, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Lewes is about 7 miles north-east of Brighton, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Lewes and the rest of East Sussex. Our East Sussex coverage includes Lewes. There is also a page for Brighton.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: BN7, BN8, BN6 and RH15. Local streets include Market Lane, Market Street and High Street, all of which we cover. With the A26 and A275 close by, Lewes is easy for us to reach. Close by, we survey roofs in South Malling (1 mile north-east), Southover (1 mile south-east), Cliffe (1 mile east), Offham (1 mile north-west) and Hamsey (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (14 miles south-east), Seaford (8 miles south-east), Hailsham (11 miles east), Crowborough (14 miles north-east), Uckfield (8 miles north-east) and Newhaven (6 miles south). As one of the bigger places in East Sussex, Lewes has homes, rented property and businesses of every kind.
Landmarks near Lewes
In Lewes, that means homes and buildings near Priory School, St Pancras Catholic Primary School and Railway Land, among other places. The closest station to Lewes is Lewes station, about 0.6 miles south-east. A little further out are Lewes Victoria Hospital (0.5 miles west) and Museum of Agricultural Bygones (3.9 miles east). Not far away are Offham Hill and Malling Down.
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
You will need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. They can damage the roof in high winds.