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Storm Damage Roof Report in Silverhill
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Silverhill from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- New damp or leaks inside
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Storm damage roof report in Silverhill: what you get
What counts as a storm depends on your policy, though many use gusts of about 55 mph. Your policy document sets out its own definition. We do not decide whether a storm met that test. We record the damage and what seems to have caused it. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We survey flashings, flat roofs and chimney stacks, and people most often book us about damaged ridges and hips and roofs hit by falling trees.
Houses in smaller places like Silverhill can stand more in the open, where driving rain gets into any gap at a ridge, verge or flashing. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that is a useful clue. It’s useful to know when and where the water appears. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Silverhill (TN38, TN37, TN34)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
In high winds, slates can slip or go, often where nails have rusted. We record which slates have moved and any signs of older nail fatigue.
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Wind, rain and roofs in Silverhill
Silverhill is within about 2 miles of the coast, where storms can bring strong gusts off the sea. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies, and the insurer decides the claim. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
For hotels and guest houses around Silverhill, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest. The streets around a church like St Matthew's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. Homes near green spaces like Alexandra Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Silverhill is about 1 mile west of Hastings, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Silverhill as part of our work across London and South East England. Our East Sussex coverage includes Silverhill and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Here we cover the TN38, TN37 and TN34 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We cover properties on Duke Road, Vale Road and Drury Lane and the roads around them. We also cover Hastings (1 mile east), Hollington (1 mile north-west), St Leonards (1 mile south), Blacklands (1 mile east) and St Helen's (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (13 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (4 miles west), Hailsham (13 miles west), Polegate (14 miles west), Old Town (14 miles south-west) and Heathfield (15 miles north-west).
Around Silverhill
We work in homes and buildings around The Duke pub, Alexandra Park and University School. The nearest railway station is St Leonards Warrior Square station, about 0.8 miles south. A little further out are Priory Meadow Shopping Centre (1.3 miles south-east) and The True Crime Museum (1.2 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Church Wood and Robsack Wood and Senlac Hill.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is usually better. Homes in smaller places like Silverhill can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Each storm lifts it a little further, and water follows.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT.
Why book us in Silverhill
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
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How we price storm damage roof reports
We confirm the exact price before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the exact price before booking.
Helping us price your survey
We will usually ask about:
- Anything about access we should know
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
When you need someone else
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- The outcome of a claim
- Areas we can’t see safely
- A price for the repairs
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords, agents and building managers in Silverhill and across East Sussex can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
Questions from Silverhill
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Silverhill?
Often, yes. Silverhill is within about 2 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
How do I find out if my home in Silverhill is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
We cannot say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. You will then get the report by email.
Do you look in the roof space?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
The survey, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. Most surveys take between one and two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Parking around Silverhill is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Let us know about parking before the day
Getting a price
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.