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Storm damage roof report in Mountfield, East Sussex
Storm damage roof reports across Mountfield, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Loose or torn flashings
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Mountfield can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, 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 the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Check pets are kept safely away
How to book
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Mountfield
Wear and tear is typically excluded from home insurance. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. If you’ve noticed holes or cracks caused by debris and damaged flat roof membrane, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Mountfield, older roofs have often been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- Mountfield (TN32)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports in Mountfield: local notes
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. About 2 miles east lies Durhamford Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Mountfield has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of All Saints, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. Take a building like Vinehall School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Mountfield is about 7 miles north-west of Hastings, in East Sussex. Wherever you are in Mountfield, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property. Mountfield is one of the places in East Sussex we cover. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Surveys in TN32 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Church Road, Solomon's Lane and Eatenden Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Mountfield include John's Cross (1 mile north-east), Netherfield (2 miles south-west), Robertsbridge (2 miles north), Battle (2 miles south) and Northbridge Street (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (14 miles south-west), Hastings (7 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (7 miles south), Hailsham (11 miles south-west), Crowborough (15 miles north-west) and St Leonards (7 miles south-east).
Around Mountfield
Around Mountfield, our work takes us to homes and buildings near John's Cross Public House and Robertsbridge Community College. For rail, the closest station is Robertsbridge station, about 2.3 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Battle Museum of Local History (2.4 miles south). Not far away are Senlac Hill.
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Slates often outlast the nails that hold them. The report records whether slipped slates look like storm damage or older wear.
Chimney stacks
Wind can pull the flashings away from a chimney. Loose flashings are recorded.
Towns and villages near Mountfield
What else we do in Mountfield
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Mountfield
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. The decision still rests with the insurer.
We are often asked to look at:
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
For landlords with property near Robertsbridge station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Mountfield: your questions answered
Do you cover Mountfield?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Mountfield as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you come out to Mountfield?
Yes. Mountfield is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
There’s no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We are not loss adjusters and do not act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it is safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
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 this survey cannot tell you
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Areas we cannot see safely
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Mountfield
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
What a survey costs
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Height and safe access
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
- When you need the report by
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.