Brighton and Hove · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Moulsecoomb
A careful look at the roof at your property in Moulsecoomb, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Stains appearing after strong winds
About our storm damage roof report in Moulsecoomb
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there is 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. We survey ridges and hips, chimney stacks and slate and tile slopes, and common reasons people get in touch are flat roof edges peeled back and damaged ridges and hips.
Older cottages and houses around Moulsecoomb may have roofs with little or no underlay. Once the slates or tiles let water past, there is little to stop it reaching the ceiling. Finding where it gets in, and whether it’s old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are often the first clues.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Moulsecoomb (BN2, BN1)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Moulsecoomb
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Moulsecoomb
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. We record the damage and where it is, backed up with photos.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Historic houses like Preston Manor & Gardens, about 1.8 miles west, show how far back building around Moulsecoomb goes. Older roofs in the area may have lead flashings, valleys and gutters that have been patched many times.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
Wind, rain and roofs in Moulsecoomb
Moulsecoomb lies within about 3 miles of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Driving rain off the sea can be pushed into gaps that stay dry in calmer weather, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
Landlords with a home close to Moulsecoomb station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St. Andrew's, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Moulsecoomb is about 1 mile north-east of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Moulsecoomb and the surrounding area. Moulsecoomb is one of the towns and villages in Brighton and Hove we cover for storm damage roof reports.
We cover every part of BN2 and BN1 for storm damage roof reports. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Natal Road, Lewes Road and The Avenue and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Bevendean (1 mile south-east), Hollingdean (1 mile west), Hollingbury (1 mile north-west), Brighton (1 mile south-west) and Hanover (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Brighton and Hove (4 miles west), Hove (3 miles west), Aldrington (4 miles west), Hangleton (4 miles west), Saltdean (4 miles south-east) and West Blatchington (3 miles west).
Around Moulsecoomb
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Bevy pub, University of Sussex Library and Brighton Aldridge Community Academy and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Moulsecoomb itself: Moulsecoomb station. Other landmarks nearby include Churchill Square (2.3 miles south-west) and Clayton Castle (4.6 miles north). Open spaces near Moulsecoomb include Bevendean Down and Newmarket Hill.
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. With a bit of garden around a house, as there frequently is around Moulsecoomb, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. Inside, the loft is checked where it can be reached safely.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
How to prepare
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Keep pets in another room
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
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 use the contact form to find out.
Advice
Moulsecoomb questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Moulsecoomb?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover smaller places like Moulsecoomb?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
What’s the best way to book?
It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll recommend the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
Each policy has its own definition. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but check your own wording.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
That’s not something we can promise. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. The written report follows by email.
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Strong gusts can lift and break tiles. We record which are damaged and where.
Flat roof coverings
Wind can lift the edges of flat roof coverings or tear them. We record any damage and where it is.
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Estimates of repair costs
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Areas we cannot see safely
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Moulsecoomb
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
Leave it or get it looked at?
Damage left open lets in more rain. Further water damage can blur what the storm actually did. Emergency temporary protection should be arranged with a roofer. With lower homes, common in places like Moulsecoomb, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why book us in Moulsecoomb
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Surveys seven days a week
- An independent view of the roof
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.