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Storm Damage Roof Report in Saddlescombe
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Saddlescombe, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
Common questions in Saddlescombe
Is Saddlescombe within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Saddlescombe?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from ground level first if it’s safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we will record the rest.
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.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Saddlescombe
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. Our report records both: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. Typical surveys look at damage from fallen branches or debris and lead lifted at abutments, across flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and ridges and hips.
For a small place like Saddlescombe, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Saddlescombe (BN45)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. Our report gives an honest view of both, so you know what the roof shows. Outbuildings and barns around Saddlescombe are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
For a price for your roof in Saddlescombe, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- A written report with photographs
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Saddlescombe roofs and the weather
Saddlescombe is within about 4 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings. About 3.3 miles south lies Portslade Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Saddlescombe has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you own a rental within reach of Hassocks station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Homes near green spaces such as Waterhall can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near The Church of the Holy Trinity, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Saddlescombe is about 4 miles north of Brighton and Hove, in West Sussex. We provide storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Saddlescombe. Across West Sussex, we cover Saddlescombe and the places around it.
We cover every part of BN45 for storm damage roof reports. Other places close to Saddlescombe include Pyecombe (1 mile north-east), Waterhall (2 miles south-east), Westdene (2 miles south-east), Patcham (3 miles south-east) and West Blatchington (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (15 miles north), Horsham (13 miles north-west), Worthing (10 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (6 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (5 miles south-west).
Around Saddlescombe
We work in homes and buildings around Waterhall and Royal Oak pub. The closest station to Saddlescombe is Hassocks station, roughly 3.2 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Montefiore Hospital (4.3 miles south-east) and Clayton Castle (2.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Saddlescombe include Wolstonbury Hill and Ladies Mile.
Also near Saddlescombe
What else we do in Saddlescombe
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Photograph the damage safely from below
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
What affects the price in Saddlescombe
To price your survey, we check:
- The roof’s overall size
- House, block, shop or office
- Which survey package you book
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. We photograph each gap.
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos, sent to you by email. On timing, it usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Cottages and farmhouses around Saddlescombe often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- 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’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
Before the survey
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.