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Upper Dicker Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Upper Dicker from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Lead lifted at abutments
Storm damage roof report in Upper Dicker: what you get
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it is safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. We survey slate and tile slopes, chimney stacks and flashings, and the problems we are asked to look at most are loose or torn flashings and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls.
Many homes in small places like Upper Dicker face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. 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.
The written findings come 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.
- Location
- Upper Dicker (BN27)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Upper Dicker questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Upper Dicker?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Upper Dicker is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Upper Dicker?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
How do I book a survey in Upper Dicker?
Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The written report follows by email.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Only from the ground or from windows. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we will record the rest.
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. Damage is photographed and described.
Slate roofs
Slates can slip or blow off in a storm, especially where the nails have corroded. We record which slates have moved and any signs of older nail fatigue.
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- How your policy defines a storm
- Areas we can’t see safely
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
Storm damage roof reports in Upper Dicker: local notes
With Michelham Priory about 0.6 miles south-east, Upper Dicker sits in an area with a long building history. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you let a flat or house near Berwick (Sussex) station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Bede's Prep School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Upper Dicker is about 2 miles west of Hailsham, in East Sussex. We carry out storm damage roof reports for householders, landlords and businesses in Upper Dicker and nearby. Upper Dicker is one of the places in East Sussex where we work for storm damage roof reports. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Here we cover the BN27 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Camberlot Road, Old Forge Close and Coldharbour Road or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Upper Dicker: Lower Dicker (1 mile north-east), Tile Hurst (1 mile east), Lower Horsebridge (2 miles north-east), Nash Street (2 miles north) and Upper Horsebridge (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (7 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles east), Seaford (8 miles south-west), Lewes (9 miles west), Crowborough (13 miles north) and St Leonards (15 miles east).
Landmarks near Upper Dicker
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Plough Inn, Park Mead Primary School and Hailsham Community College and the streets around them. The closest station to Upper Dicker is Berwick (Sussex) station, about 2.5 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Agricultural Museum (3.6 miles south) and Hellingly Hospital Railway (2.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Upper Dicker include Firle Beacon.
Leave it or get it looked at?
It’s useful to get a record soon after the storm, while the damage is fresh. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. Older cottages and farmhouses around Upper Dicker can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What you get with us
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- An independent look at the roof
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Common roof problems in Upper Dicker
Branches and trees frequently come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, backed up with photos.
Problems we come across often include:
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
The streets around a church like Holy Trinity are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Before booking anyone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
What affects the price in Upper Dicker
To price your survey, we check:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Which survey package you book
- The size of the roof
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. It is useful to include:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
What happens on the day
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, most surveys take about one to two hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere like Upper Dicker needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.