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Silver Hill Storm Damage Roof Report
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Silver Hill, with photos and a clear written report.
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Damaged ridges and hips
The survey, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Around Silver Hill, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the roof space where it’s safe.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Tell us about parking before the day
Book a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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Storm damage roof report in Silver Hill: what you get
We inspect the roof from wherever it can safely be seen: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there is access, and the roof itself where that’s safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. You get a report with photographs to give to your insurer. We survey ridges and hips, gutters and fascias and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are damaged pots on the stack and new damp or leaks inside.
For a small place like Silver Hill, 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, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Location
- Silver Hill (TN19)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Silver Hill?
Gusts work at anything on a roof that’s loose or exposed. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. People typically call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Loose or torn flashings
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Take an older house close to Holy Trinity: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What experience they bring
Also near Silver Hill
Other services in Silver Hill
What affects the price in Silver Hill
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What we need to know
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to let us know:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Anything about access we should know
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Silver Hill, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Leaks and storm damage in Silver Hill
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. About 4.4 miles west lies Bateman's, a reminder of how long the area around Silver Hill has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Landlords with a home close to Etchingham station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. Take a building like Hurst Green Church of England Primary School and Nursery: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Silver Hill is about 10 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. Roofs in Silver Hill get the same thorough look as anywhere else in East Sussex. Our East Sussex coverage includes Silver Hill and the places around it. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Here we cover the TN19 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Other places close to Silver Hill include Hurst Green (1 mile north-west), Burgh Hill (1 mile north-west), Cooper's Corner (1 mile north), Etchingham (2 miles west) and Flimwell (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Hastings (10 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (11 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-west), Crowborough (14 miles west), St Leonards (11 miles south) and Hastings Old Town (12 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Silver Hill
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The White Horse Public House and Robertsbridge Community College, among other places. The nearest railway station is Etchingham station, roughly 1.4 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Ticehurst House Hospital (4.4 miles north-west).
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Silver Hill
How do I find out if my home in Silver Hill is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover smaller places like Silver Hill?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not included, so ask a roofer to quote.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from the ground or from windows. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
Ridge and hip tiles
Worn mortar under ridge tiles can let them lift in a storm. Our report says whether it looks freshly damaged or worn over time.
What you can safely check yourself
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. Don’t go up yourself.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. You’ll have your own independent record to refer to.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.