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Pyecombe Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Pyecombe, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photos.
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- New damp or leaks inside
- Roofs hit by falling trees
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Pyecombe
Pyecombe is within about 5 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. Preston Manor & Gardens, about 4 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Pyecombe. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
Anyone responsible for a site like Downlands Community School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. Landlords with a home close to Hassocks station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Pyecombe is about 4 miles south of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Pyecombe and the rest of West Sussex. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex.
All of BN45 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 London Road, School Lane and Church Hill or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Saddlescombe (1 mile south-west), Waterhall (2 miles south), Patcham (3 miles south), Westdene (3 miles south) and Hollingbury (3 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Crawley (15 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Worthing (12 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (7 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (4 miles north) and Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles south-west).
Around Pyecombe
The nearest railway station is Hassocks station, roughly 1.9 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Clayton Castle (1 mile north-east) and The Budding Foundation Museum of Gardening (1.7 miles north). Not far away are Wolstonbury Hill and Ladies Mile.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Pyecombe
High winds usually affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Falling branches can cause damage too. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. Common reasons to book are new damp or leaks inside and damaged flat roof membrane, on chimney stacks, flashings and gutters and fascias.
For a small place like Pyecombe, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Where
- Pyecombe (BN45)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Pyecombe
Gusts work at anything on a roof that’s loose or exposed. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. People normally call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Loose or torn flashings
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
The streets around a church such as Church of the Transfiguration are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Questions to ask before you book
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Their insurance cover
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Pyecombe
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- How big the roof is
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Pyecombe, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We record what we can see of the fixings.
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Acting quickly usually means less damage overall. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Pyecombe
- Visits on any day of the week
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 20 years’ experience
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Tips that help
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
If you’re unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. If that doesn’t resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Somewhere as small as Pyecombe, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Pyecombe
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Pyecombe, take more of a battering?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Is Pyecombe within the area you cover?
Yes. Pyecombe is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
How long is the visit?
It normally takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. The report follows by email.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is usually excluded from home insurance. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so it’s clear what we found. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.