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Storm Damage Roof Report in Rodmell
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Rodmell. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
What we can’t see
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Acting for you with the insurer
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Rodmell
High winds normally affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Falling branches can cause damage too. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. We survey flashings, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias, and people most frequently book us about new damp or leaks inside and slates and tiles blown off the roof.
Somewhere as small as Rodmell, older roofs have often been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. We check everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Rodmell (BN7)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Rodmell
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Rodmell?
Often, yes. Within about 4 miles of the sea, as Rodmell is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Is Rodmell within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Please don’t climb onto the roof. Take photos from the ground or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
Only your insurer can decide that. We record the damage, with photographs and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Rodmell
Rodmell lies within about 4 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Driving rain off the sea can be pushed into gaps that stay dry in calmer weather. About 0.4 miles north-east lies Monk's House, a reminder of how long the area around Rodmell has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Peter's Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. If you let a flat or house near Southease station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Rodmell is about 3 miles south of Lewes, in East Sussex. Whether the building in Rodmell is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Rodmell is one of the places in East Sussex where we work. There is also a page for Brighton.
Storm damage roof reports in BN7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Mill Lane, Badgers Dene and The Paddocks or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover Northease (1 mile north-west), Iford (1 mile north-west), Piddinghoe (2 miles south-east), Kingston near Lewes (2 miles north-west) and Telscombe (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (12 miles east), Seaford (6 miles south-east), Lewes (3 miles north), Hailsham (11 miles east), Uckfield (10 miles north-east) and Newhaven (3 miles south-east).
Around Rodmell
We work in homes and buildings around Lewes and Laughton Levels, among other places. Rodmell’s nearest station is Southease station, roughly 0.9 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Planet Earth Museum (2.8 miles south-east) and Lewes Castle (2.7 miles north). The countryside around Rodmell includes Southerham Farm and Itford Hill.
What happens on the day
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Somewhere as small as Rodmell, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there is access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Find any records of previous roof work
Getting a price
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Why get it checked now?
Damage left open lets in more rain. Further water damage can blur what the storm actually did. Emergency temporary protection should be arranged with a roofer. For older village homes like those around Rodmell, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Rodmell
- Photos and a written report every time
- 20+ years’ experience
- 98% of customers satisfied
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Rodmell
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Rodmell
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
What we need to know
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to tell us:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Rodmell?
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Loose or torn flashings
- Damaged gutters and fascias
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Priory School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Before you book anyone
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Their insurance cover