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Storm damage roof report in Marden's Hill, East Sussex
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Marden's Hill. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
Storm damage roof report in Marden's Hill
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and do not climb onto the roof. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. Common reasons to book are damaged pots on the stack and damaged gutters and fascias, on ridges and hips, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes.
For a small place like Marden's Hill, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Marden's Hill (TN6)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Marden's Hill
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. An independent report gives you another view of the roof. What happens next is up to the insurer.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Loose or torn flashings
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- New damp or leaks inside
Take a building like St John's Church of England Primary School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Will the report include photos?
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
What affects the price in Marden's Hill
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Every price we give includes VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
Booking your survey
We will typically ask about:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Marden's Hill, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Marden's Hill roofs and the weather
Historic houses such as Groombridge Place, about 3.8 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Marden's Hill goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. 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. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Landlords with a home close to Crowborough station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. The streets around a church such as St John's Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Marden's Hill is about 2 miles north-west of Crowborough, in East Sussex. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Marden's Hill for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Marden's Hill is one of the places in East Sussex we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Surveys in TN6 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Friars Vale, St John's Road and Marden's Hill or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Marden's Hill: Friar's Gate (1 mile north-west), Chuck Hatch (2 miles west), Crowborough (2 miles south-east), Steel Cross (2 miles east) and Boarshead (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Lewes (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (15 miles south), Uckfield (7 miles south), South Malling (14 miles south-west), Heathfield (9 miles south-east) and Southover (15 miles south).
Around Marden's Hill
We work in homes and buildings around Beacon Academy and The Half Moon Inn and the streets around them. Marden's Hill’s nearest station is Crowborough station, about 2.7 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Bolebroke Castle (3.7 miles north-west) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (1.5 miles south-east). Not far away are Crowborough Country Park.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey normally takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Rural addresses near Marden's Hill 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. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Marden's Hill
Do you cover smaller places like Marden's Hill?
Yes. Marden's Hill is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Marden's Hill is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is not normally covered. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
What do I do if water is coming in?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. The written report follows by email.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Complain to your insurer first. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we can’t predict the outcome.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. Each area is photographed and described.
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. We photograph each gap.