East Sussex · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Winton
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Winton and the rest of East Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Why it is worth a survey now in Winton
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It sets out what we found and the likely cause, so you’re not relying only on your own photos. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
What you get with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
How a storm damage roof report works in Winton
What counts as a storm depends on your policy, though many use gusts of about 55 mph. Check your own policy wording. We do not decide whether a storm met that test. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. If you’re worried about gutters pulled loose in the wind and slipped or missing slates or tiles, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and chimney stacks alike.
In a village or hamlet like Winton, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Winton (BN26)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. We record what we find.
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. The report notes any damage to the stack.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- House, block, shop or office
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
We will typically ask about:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They can help show the roof was looked after.
What we can’t see
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Areas we cannot see safely
- A price for the repairs
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
Winton: your questions answered
Will you come out to Winton?
Yes, Winton is covered. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Winton is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is not typically covered. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take about 1–2 hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Winton
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Winton, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
If you look after a building like Alfriston School, a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St. Andrew, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. Alfriston Clergy House lies about 0.5 miles south, so building around Winton goes back a long way. On older roofs nearby, leaks often trace back to lead flashings, valleys and gutters.
Winton is about 3 miles north-east of Seaford, in East Sussex. Anywhere in Winton, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Winton is one of the places in East Sussex we cover for storm damage roof reports. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Every address in BN26 is covered for storm damage roof reports. If you are just outside Winton, we cover Alfriston (1 mile south), Lullington (1 mile south), Milton Street (1 mile east), Dukes Green (1 mile south) and Alciston (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (6 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles east), Seaford (3 miles south-west), Lewes (8 miles north-west), Hailsham (6 miles north-east) and Uckfield (11 miles north).
Landmarks near Winton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Ye Olde Smugglers Inn, among other places. Winton’s nearest station is Berwick (Sussex) station, about 1.9 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Old Forge Museum (Alfriston) (less than half a mile south) and Arlington Castle (0.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Firle Beacon.
How it works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Rural addresses near Winton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, 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.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is 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 photographs.
Before we arrive
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Tell us about parking before the day
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.