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Storm damage roof report in West Blatchington, Brighton and Hove
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Storm damage roof reports in West Blatchington.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- New damp or leaks inside
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Storm damage roof reports for West Blatchington homes and businesses
About our storm damage roof report in West Blatchington
Our storm damage report starts from £150. It’s a written report with photos, sent by email. It is not a repair quote and does not include repair costs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. Your insurer may also send its own loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause. We survey slate and tile slopes, gutters and fascias and flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are loose or broken chimney pots and cowls and flat roof edges peeled back.
In older homes around places like West Blatchington, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Finding where it gets in, and whether it is old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. Wet battens and insulation in the loft are often the first clue.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Place
- West Blatchington (BN3)
- Wider area
- Brighton and Hove
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
West Blatchington: your questions answered
Does being near the coast affect roofs in West Blatchington?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Do you cover smaller places like West Blatchington?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Start by complaining to the insurer. If it isn’t resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
What if the roof was already worn?
Insurers normally exclude wear and tear. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. Your insurer decides the claim.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Please do not climb onto the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in West Blatchington
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Loose or torn flashings
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Roofs hit by falling trees
Landlords with a home close to Aldrington station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- What the survey won’t cover
- Is VAT included in the price?
Checking the roof from the ground
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
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When you need someone else
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Estimates of repair costs
- Negotiating a claim settlement
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
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. Homes in smaller places like West Blatchington can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Wind gets under it and lifts more, and water follows.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Surveys seven days a week
See our cost guide or our case studies.
What affects the price in West Blatchington
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or email us.
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Parking around West Blatchington is usually easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Keep pets in another room
- Tell us about parking before the day
Arrange a survey
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Related advice
Wind, rain and roofs in West Blatchington
The coast is about 2 miles or less from West Blatchington, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies, and the insurer decides the claim. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Shop and office owners around Churchill Square may find that finding where water is getting in quickly keeps disruption down. Living close to Hove Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
West Blatchington is about 1 mile north-east of Brighton and Hove, in Brighton and Hove. Bookings from West Blatchington are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Brighton and Hove, from the larger towns to small villages.
Every address in BN3 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Frant Road, Nevill Road and Nevill Avenue. Main roads around West Blatchington include the A2038, which makes travel easy. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Brighton and Hove (1 mile south-west), Hove (1 mile south), Aldrington (1 mile south-west), Westdene (1 mile north-east) and Withdean (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Carlton Hill (3 miles south-east), Hanover (3 miles south-east), Kemptown (3 miles south-east), Whitehawk (4 miles south-east), Moulsecoomb (3 miles east) and Bevendean (3 miles east).
Near you in West Blatchington
Around West Blatchington, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Blatchington Mill School and Sixth Form College, Hove Park and The Nevill pub and the streets around them. West Blatchington’s nearest station is Aldrington station, about 0.7 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Churchill Square (2.2 miles south-east) and Clayton Castle (4.6 miles north). Not far away are Thundersbarrow Hill and Ladies Mile.