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Magham Down Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Magham Down, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Storm damage roof report in Magham Down
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there’s access, and the roof itself where that’s safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. If you’ve noticed torn or lifted flat roof coverings and slipped or missing slates or tiles, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Magham Down, 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’re 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 Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Magham Down (BN27)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. It’s your record to use.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. With binoculars, you can frequently spot problems without climbing. Don’t go up a ladder to look.
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. Each gap is recorded with a photo.
Lead flashings
Old flashings that were already loose can give way in a storm. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
What to let us know when you get in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Older rural homes like those around Magham Down can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Book a survey
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Towns and villages near Magham Down
What else we do in Magham Down
Leave it or get it looked at?
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. An independent report can follow. For older village homes like those around Magham Down, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
Why book with us
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Wind, rain and roofs in Magham Down
With Horselunges Manor about 1.7 miles west, Magham Down sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. 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. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Anyone responsible for a site like Hailsham Community College will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. For landlords with property near Polegate station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Magham Down is about 2 miles north-east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. In Magham Down, as across East Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our East Sussex coverage includes Magham Down. Brighton is in our area too.
Surveys in BN27 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Old Road and Nodes Lane, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Hellingly (1 mile west), Upper Horsebridge (1 mile west), Hailsham (2 miles south-west), Lower Horsebridge (2 miles west) and Tile Hurst (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (7 miles south), Hastings (12 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles east), Seaford (11 miles south-west), Lewes (12 miles west) and Crowborough (13 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Magham Down
The nearest railway station is Polegate station, roughly 4.5 miles south-west. A little further out are Amberstone Hospital (0.5 miles west) and Herstmonceux Castle (2.4 miles east).
FAQs for Magham Down
How do I find out if my home in Magham Down 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’s worth checking before planning any.
Is Magham Down within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that does not resolve it. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We are not loss adjusters, and we do not negotiate claims. We provide an independent record of the roof for you to send to your insurer.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from the ground first if it’s safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.