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Storm damage roof report in Penhurst, East Sussex
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Penhurst, with photographs and a written report.
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Penhurst
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it is safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. If part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. Common reasons to book are flat roof edges peeled back and loose or torn flashings, on flashings, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias.
Being in a small place like Penhurst makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. It’s useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Penhurst (TN33)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Penhurst questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Penhurst?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Penhurst within the area you cover?
Yes, Penhurst is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you as you book.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We are not loss adjusters and do not act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. We look at whether the damage is recent or older.
Slate roofs
In high winds, slates can slip or go, frequently where nails have rusted. We record which slates have moved and any signs of older nail fatigue.
What you can safely check yourself
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. Most surveys take about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Older roofs in small places like Penhurst can have low, tight loft spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Penhurst
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, useful for planning maintenance.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Leaks and storm damage in Penhurst
With Bateman's about 4.7 miles north, Penhurst sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Homes near green spaces like Ashburnham Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St Michael, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. Landlords with a home close to Battle station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Penhurst is about 6 miles north-west of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. We visit Penhurst as part of our work across East Sussex. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for Brighton.
Here we cover the TN33 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We also cover the places around Penhurst: Steven's Crouch (2 miles south-east), Netherfield (2 miles north-east), Twelve Oaks (2 miles north), Hollingrove (3 miles north) and Brightling (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (11 miles south-west), Hastings (8 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (6 miles south-east), Hailsham (8 miles south-west), Crowborough (14 miles north-west) and St Leonards (8 miles south-east).
Near you in Penhurst
We work in homes and buildings around Ashburnham Park, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Battle station, roughly 3.8 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Battle Museum of Local History (3.2 miles east) and Bexhill Hospital (5.8 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Senlac Hill.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Penhurst
We confirm the price for your roof before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Which survey package you book
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Anything about access we should know
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. You will have a price before anything is arranged.