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Storm damage roof report in Nash Street, East Sussex
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Nash Street, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged flat roof membrane
About our storm damage roof report in Nash Street
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 is safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. You get a written report with photos to give to your insurer. Common reasons to book are holes or cracks caused by debris and damaged flat roof membrane, across slate and tile slopes, chimney stacks and flashings.
Being in a small place like Nash Street makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: 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 photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Nash Street (BN27)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Nash Street
With Horselunges Manor about 2 miles east, Nash Street sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you look after a building such as Chiddingly Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. For landlords with property near Berwick (Sussex) station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Nash Street is about 3 miles north-west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We visit Nash Street as part of our work across East Sussex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Every address in BN27 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Other places close to Nash Street include Lower Dicker (1 mile south-east), Upper Dicker (2 miles south), Lower Horsebridge (2 miles south-east), Tile Hurst (2 miles south-east) and Upper Horsebridge (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Eastbourne (8 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (9 miles south-west), Lewes (9 miles west), Hailsham (3 miles south-east) and Crowborough (11 miles north).
Local landmarks in Nash Street
In Nash Street, that means homes and buildings near The Golden Cross Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Berwick (Sussex) station, roughly 3.9 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Sussex Farm Museum (3.3 miles north-east) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (2.6 miles east). Not far away are Selwyns Wood.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. We look at whether the damage is recent or older.
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. We photograph and describe the damage.
Useful tips for Nash Street property owners
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
Once we have been, the findings are written up with photos. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They can help show the roof was looked after.
How it works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey typically takes an hour or two for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older rural homes like those around Nash Street 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 tell us 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.
- 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
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Nash Street, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Nash Street questions
Will you come out to Nash Street?
Yes. Nash Street is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Do you cover Nash Street?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Nash Street is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
How long is the visit?
It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. We will confirm the timing when booking.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
Each policy has its own definition. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but check your own wording.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, so you are not relying only on your own photos. In a place like Nash Street, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
Why book with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Every finding written up with photos
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
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When you need someone else
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- How your policy defines a storm
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Nash Street
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.