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Town Row Storm Damage Roof Report
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Town Row, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Loose or torn flashings
- New damp or leaks inside
Different roofs, different checks
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails often fail first. We check whether slipped slates suggest storm damage, older wear or both.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. The report shows each damaged area.
Storm damage roof report in Town Row
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it is safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. You get a photo-illustrated written report to give to your insurer. Typical surveys look at loose or torn flashings and flat roof edges peeled back, on slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and ridges and hips.
Somewhere as small as Town Row, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Town Row (TN6)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- A price for the repairs
- How your policy defines a storm
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
FAQs for Town Row
Do you cover Town Row?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Town Row is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Town Row?
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. 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 should I record storm damage myself?
Please do not climb onto the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
How long does the survey take?
It normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. You’ll then get the report by email.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We are not loss adjusters, and we do not negotiate claims. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.
How do I book a survey in Town Row?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
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Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
Your insurer may send a loss adjuster to look at the damage. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
Check the roof from ground level after strong winds. With binoculars, you can frequently spot problems without climbing. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Around Town Row, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from 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 photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Before the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
How to book
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Wind, rain and roofs in Town Row
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. The wider area around Town Row has a long history of building, with Wadhurst Castle about 4.4 miles east. 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 look after a building such as Rotherfield Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Denys, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Town Row is about 3 miles east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Whether the building in Town Row is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex, large and small. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: TN6. We cover properties on Station Road, Station Close and Spout Hill. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Rotherfield (1 mile south-west), High Cross (1 mile south), Argos Hill (1 mile south), Mark Cross (1 mile north-east) and Woolbridge (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Hailsham (13 miles south), Crowborough (3 miles west), Uckfield (8 miles south-west), South Malling (15 miles south-west), Heathfield (6 miles south) and Upper Horsebridge (12 miles south).
Near you in Town Row
Around Town Row, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The King's Arms Public House and St Joseph Seminary and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Crowborough station, roughly 2 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (3.3 miles west). For a walk, there is Crowborough Country Park.
When to book a survey in Town Row
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Landlords with a home close to Crowborough station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- Will the report include photos?
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- House, block, shop or office
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The property’s address and postcode
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.