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Storm Damage Roof Report in Wych Cross
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Wych Cross and the rest of East Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
Storm damage roof report in Wych Cross: what you get
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. Typical surveys look at torn or lifted flat roof coverings and damaged pots on the stack, on gutters and fascias, chimney stacks and ridges and hips.
Somewhere as small as Wych Cross, 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.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Wych Cross (RH18)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Check your policy for how to report damage
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
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What a storm damage roof report looks like in Wych Cross
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently 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. About 3.2 miles north-west lies Standen, a reminder of how long the area around Wych Cross has been built on. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near East Grinstead station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. Take a building like Greenfields School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Wych Cross is about 4 miles south-east of East Grinstead, in East Sussex. Surveys in Wych Cross work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Our area takes in places right across East Sussex, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Storm damage roof reports in RH18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Lewes Road and Wych Cross, all of which we cover. Other places close to Wych Cross include Chelwood Gate (1 mile south), Forest Row (2 miles north), Birchgrove (2 miles south-west), Coleman's Hatch (2 miles north-east) and Chelwood Common (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Lewes (13 miles south), Crowborough (6 miles east), Uckfield (8 miles south-east), South Malling (13 miles south), Heathfield (12 miles south-east) and Southover (14 miles south).
Around Wych Cross
The nearest railway station is East Grinstead station, roughly 4.5 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Heaven Farm Museum (3.6 miles south) and Waterbury Castle (3.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Wych Cross include Brickfield Meadow.
What affects the price in Wych Cross
When we price a survey, we consider:
- House, block, shop or office
- Height and safe access
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
Slates can slip or blow off in a storm, particularly where the nails have corroded. We record which slates have moved and any signs of older nail fatigue.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles without fixings can move more easily in wind. We record what we can see of the fixings.
How it works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Somewhere like Wych Cross needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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Wych Cross: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Wych Cross?
Yes, Wych Cross is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Is Wych Cross in the area you cover?
Yes, Wych Cross is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Wych Cross as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is not typically covered. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. Your insurer decides the claim.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access; we’ll agree the details when you book.
Checking the roof from ground level
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
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.
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- How your policy defines a storm
- A decision on your insurance claim
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes