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Ninfield Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Ninfield, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Damaged ridges and hips
- New damp or leaks inside
How a storm damage roof report works in Ninfield
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. We survey chimney stacks, flashings and slate and tile slopes, and common reasons people get in touch are stains appearing after strong winds and holes or cracks caused by debris.
Roofs in small places like Ninfield often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
After the visit, you get a written report with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Ninfield (TN33)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Ninfield questions
Is Ninfield within the area you cover?
Yes, Ninfield is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ninfield?
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.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. Repair costs aren’t included, so ask a roofer to quote.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Ninfield roofs and the weather
Ninfield lies within about 4 miles of the sea, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies, and the insurer decides the claim. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper 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. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. Landlords with a home close to Crowhurst station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Ninfield is about 3 miles north-west of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. Whether the building in Ninfield is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Across East Sussex, we cover Ninfield and the places around it. There’s also a page for Brighton.
Surveys in TN33 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on High Street, Moons Hill and The Green and the roads around them. With the B2095 close by, Ninfield is easy for us to reach. We also cover the places around Ninfield: Russell's Green (1 mile south), Hooe Common (1 mile south), Lunsford's Cross (1 mile south-east), Catsfield (1 mile north-east) and Watermill (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (9 miles south-west), Hastings (6 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (3 miles south-east), Hailsham (7 miles west), St Leonards (6 miles east) and Uckfield (15 miles west).
Landmarks near Ninfield
Typical jobs here are in homes near Ashburnham Park, among other places. The closest station to Ninfield is Crowhurst station, about 3.5 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Bexhill Hospital (3.5 miles south-east) and Herstmonceux Castle (3.8 miles west). Open spaces near Ninfield include Senlac Hill and Gillham Wood.
What we do, step by step
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. For a village or hamlet like Ninfield, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Related advice
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
If you’re unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. If that does not resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Ninfield?
Insurers often want evidence of what has been damaged and why. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. The decision still rests with the insurer.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Take a building like Ninfield Church of England Primary School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Questions to ask before you book
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What happens after the report arrives
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- A decision on your insurance claim
- How your policy defines a storm
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
Why get it checked now?
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. We record storm damage and older defects, so there are no surprises later. Around Ninfield, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Ninfield
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
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Prices for storm damage roof reports in Ninfield
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Height and safe access
- House, block, shop or office
- How big the roof is
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Getting in touch
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.