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Storm damage roof report in Sweethaws, East Sussex
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Sweethaws. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Broken or displaced guttering
Sweethaws roofs and the weather
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. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
For landlords with property near Crowborough station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Sweethaws is about 2 miles south-west of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Sweethaws is one of many places we visit across East Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Across East Sussex, we cover Sweethaws and the places around it. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in TN6 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Other places close to Sweethaws include High Hurstwood (1 mile south), Crowborough (2 miles north-east), Fairwarp (2 miles south-west), Jarvis Brook (2 miles north-east) and Marden's Hill (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Lewes (12 miles south-west), Hailsham (13 miles south-east), Uckfield (5 miles south), South Malling (12 miles south-west), Heathfield (7 miles south-east) and Southover (13 miles south-west).
Near you in Sweethaws
Around Sweethaws, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Crow & Gate inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Sweethaws is Crowborough station, about 2.2 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Tickerage Castle (4.6 miles south) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (1.3 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Crowborough Country Park.
How a storm damage roof report works in Sweethaws
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. Our report records both: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We give an honest view of what we see. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. We survey gutters and fascias, slate and tile slopes and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are new damp or leaks inside and lead lifted at abutments.
Many homes in small places like Sweethaws face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Location
- Sweethaws (TN6)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Why act early in Sweethaws
It helps to get a record soon after the storm, while the damage is fresh. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. For an older or listed building in a place like Sweethaws, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Sweethaws
- PI and public liability insurance
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
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FAQs for Sweethaws
How do I find out if my home in Sweethaws is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover smaller places like Sweethaws?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for those.
What if the roof was already worn?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so it is clear what we found. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
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 many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Common roof problems in Sweethaws
Gusts work at anything on a roof that’s loose or exposed. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. People typically call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Water coming in after the storm
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Loose or torn flashings
Anyone responsible for a site like Beacon Academy will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their insurance cover
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What experience they bring
- Is VAT included in the price?
For landlords and managing agents
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
How we price storm damage roof reports
We confirm the price for your roof before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before you book.
Booking your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The address and postcode of the property
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
What we do, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a photo-illustrated written report. On timing, most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a hamlet or village like Sweethaws, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You tell us when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it is 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
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.