Kent · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Acton, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Acton. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Stains appearing after strong winds
About our storm damage roof report in Acton
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and don’t climb onto the roof. Emergency temporary protection, like covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. If you’re worried about stains appearing after strong winds and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Roofs in small places like Acton often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Acton (TN30)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- File receipts for anything you pay for
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. They can damage the roof in high winds.
Storm damage roof reports around Acton
The wider area around Acton has a long history of building, with Smallhythe Place about 1.5 miles north-west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you let a flat or house near Appledore (Kent) station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. Take an older house close to Parish Church of St John the Baptist: water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Acton is about 10 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Whether the building in Acton is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Acton is one of the places in Kent where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Storm damage roof reports in TN30 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Acton: The Stocks (1 mile south), Stone Corner (1 mile north-east), Wittersham (1 mile south-west), Reading Street (2 miles north-east) and Stone in Oxney (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (10 miles north-east), Tenterden (4 miles north), Kennington (12 miles north-east), New Romney (10 miles east), Staplehurst (12 miles north-west) and Stanhope (10 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Acton
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Ewe And Lamb Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Acton is Appledore (Kent) station, roughly 4.4 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Smallhythe Place (1.5 miles north-west) and Ypres Tower (4.9 miles south). Open spaces near Acton include Flatropers Wood.
Acton questions
Is Acton within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Acton is listed?
We cannot 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 long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take about 1–2 hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. The written report follows by email.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
There’s no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
How experienced are you?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Acton
Insurers frequently want evidence of what has been damaged and why. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. The decision still rests with the insurer.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Anyone responsible for a site like Wittersham Church of England Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
What to check before booking
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- How long the report takes to arrive
Towns and villages near Acton
What else we do in Acton
Leave it or get it looked at?
Your policy may say how quickly you need to report damage. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. Our report can then add a clear record. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Acton, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why us?
- Over 20 years’ experience
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails frequently fail first. We look at whether slipped slates suggest storm damage, older wear or both.
Lead flashings
Old flashings that were already loose can give way in a storm. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
How it works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. For a village or hamlet like Acton, the journey is planned in advance: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the loft space where it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
How we price storm damage roof reports
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
All our prices include VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.