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Storm damage roof report in Staplecross, East Sussex
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Staplecross. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
How a storm damage roof report works in Staplecross
A storm damage roof report is priced from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It is not a repair quote and does not include repair costs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. The insurer may still send a loss adjuster of its own. What you get is an independent record of the damage and what seems to have caused it. We survey slate and tile slopes, chimney stacks and flashings, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are roofs hit by falling trees and gaps where slates or tiles have gone.
For a small place like Staplecross, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. It is useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Staplecross (TN32)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports around Staplecross
The wider area around Staplecross has a long history of building, with Durhamford Manor about 2.4 miles south. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you own a rental within reach of Robertsbridge station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Take a building like Staplecross Methodist Primary School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. Take an older house close to St Marks Staplecross: the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Staplecross is about 7 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. Roofs in Staplecross get the same thorough look as anywhere else in East Sussex. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Every address in TN32 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Sheringham Close, Cricketers Field and Weald View and the roads around them. Other places close to Staplecross include Cripp's Corner (1 mile south-west), Snagshall (1 mile north), Swaile's Green (1 mile south-west), Mill Corner (2 miles east) and Sedlescombe (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Hastings (7 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-west), St Leonards (8 miles south), Hastings Old Town (8 miles south) and Belmont (8 miles south).
Landmarks near Staplecross
We work in homes and buildings around The Cross Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Robertsbridge station, roughly 3.1 miles west of the centre. Not far away are Flatropers Wood and Senlac Hill.
Towns and villages near Staplecross
What else we do in Staplecross
What happens on the day
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Around Staplecross, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before we arrive
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Booking a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
Advice
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Staplecross
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Useful tips for Staplecross property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Check how your policy defines a storm
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Common questions in Staplecross
Is Staplecross within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How do I find out if my home in Staplecross is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we cannot say how it will turn out.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Staplecross?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you need to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What happens if roof problems are left?
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from ground level. Those photos show the damage as it was. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Staplecross, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Staplecross
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent view of the roof
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Worn mortar under ridge tiles can let them lift in a storm. We note whether the mortar looks recently broken or long worn.
Clay and concrete tiles
Strong gusts can lift and break tiles. We record which are damaged and where.