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Storm Damage Roof Report in North Chailey
A careful look at the roof at your property in North Chailey, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Broken or displaced guttering
Storm damage roof report in North Chailey: what you get
After a storm, it’s useful to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We are not loss adjusters, and we can’t say whether a claim will be paid. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. If you’ve noticed slipped or missing slates or tiles and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Roofs in small places like North Chailey frequently stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- North Chailey (BN8)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for North Chailey property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in North Chailey
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- What’s prompted the survey
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Storm damage roof reports around North Chailey
If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. 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. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
If you let a flat or house near Plumpton station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. Anyone responsible for a site like Chailey Heritage School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of Our Lady, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
North Chailey is about 4 miles south-east of Haywards Heath, in East Sussex. North Chailey is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our East Sussex coverage includes North Chailey and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
All of BN8 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Station Road, Downs View and Downs View Close or a nearby road, we can help. North Chailey sits on or near the A275, so getting to you is simple. If you’re just outside North Chailey, we cover Chailey (1 mile south), Newick (1 mile east), South Street (2 miles south), Founthill (2 miles east) and Scaynes Hill (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Seaford (15 miles south), Lewes (7 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-east), Crowborough (10 miles north-east), Uckfield (5 miles east) and Newhaven (13 miles south).
Near you in North Chailey
We work in homes and buildings around Chailey St Peter's Church of England Primary School and Chailey School, among other places. North Chailey’s nearest station is Plumpton station, about 3.6 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Heaven Farm Museum (3.4 miles north) and Waterbury Castle (4.7 miles north). For a walk, there is Ashenground and Bolnore Woods.
What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
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 you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in North Chailey
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
FAQs for North Chailey
Is North Chailey in the area you cover?
Yes, North Chailey is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in North Chailey is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Only from the ground or from windows. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from ground level, and we’ll record the rest.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Raise it with your insurer first. If it isn’t resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
What if the roof was already worn?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
Why act early in North Chailey
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. An independent report can follow. In a place like North Chailey, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- Package prices that include VAT
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent view of the roof
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
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The survey, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photos, sent to you by email. On timing, most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Somewhere like North Chailey needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- 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 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.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.