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Storm damage roof report in Wood's Corner, East Sussex
Storm damage roof reports across Wood's Corner, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
About our storm damage roof report in Wood's Corner
After a storm, it helps to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We are not loss adjusters, and we can’t say whether a claim will be paid. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. Common reasons to book are water coming in after the storm and torn or lifted flat roof coverings, on flat roofs, gutters and fascias and slate and tile slopes.
Being in a small place like Wood's Corner makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. It’s useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Place
- Wood's Corner (TN21)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Wood's Corner
Branches and trees frequently come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, with photographs.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of St Giles, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Their report turnaround times
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Before and after the survey
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. It is your record to use.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. They can damage the roof in high winds.
What this survey can’t tell you
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- How your policy defines a storm
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- A decision on your insurance claim
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 you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
What happens if roof problems are left?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is normally better. In a small place like Wood's Corner, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Wood's Corner
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In a small place like Wood's Corner, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
How to prepare
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
How to book
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
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What a storm damage roof report looks like in Wood's Corner
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. 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. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. With Bateman's about 2.9 miles north, Wood's Corner sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
Take a building like Dallington Church of England Primary School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If you let a flat or house near Stonegate station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Wood's Corner is about 8 miles north-east of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Wood's Corner is one of many places we visit across East Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Our East Sussex coverage includes Wood's Corner. Brighton is in our area too.
All of TN21 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. We also cover the places around Wood's Corner: Dallington (1 mile west), Rushlake Green (2 miles west), Brownbread Street (3 miles south), Punnett's Town (3 miles west) and Ashburnham (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Eastbourne (12 miles south), Hastings (10 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles south-east), Hailsham (8 miles south-west), Crowborough (11 miles north-west) and St Leonards (10 miles south-east).
What’s near Wood's Corner
The closest station to Wood's Corner is Stonegate station, about 5 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Hellingly Hospital (6 miles south-west) and Old Castle (0.7 miles west).
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Wood's Corner
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Wood's Corner?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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.
Is Wood's Corner in the area you cover?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Wood's Corner is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Insurers typically exclude wear and tear. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. Your insurer decides the claim.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.