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Benover Storm Damage Roof Report
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Benover, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
What happens if roof problems are left?
Your policy may say how quickly you need to report damage. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. An independent report can follow. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Benover, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Benover
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
How a storm damage roof report works in Benover
Wear and tear is typically excluded from home insurance. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. We note signs of each: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We give an honest view of what we see. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. We survey ridges and hips, chimney stacks and slate and tile slopes, and people most often book us about ridge tiles that have come loose and gutters pulled loose in the wind.
Many homes in small places like Benover face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Benover (ME18)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from ground level
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Benover
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
Storm damage roof reports in Benover: local notes
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Landlords with a home close to Yalding station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. The streets around a church such as St Peter's and St Paul's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Hunton Church of England Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Benover is about 5 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Surveys in Benover work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at what can be seen safely, photographs and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Kent.
All of ME18 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you are just outside Benover, we cover Congelow (1 mile north-west), Yalding (1 mile north), Laddingford (1 mile south-west), Hunton (1 mile east) and Nettlestead Green (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (5 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (12 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (9 miles south-west), Gravesend (15 miles north), Tonbridge (7 miles west) and Kings Hill (4 miles north).
Local landmarks in Benover
We work in homes and buildings around The Woolpack Inn, among other places. Benover’s nearest station is Yalding station, about 1.3 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Oakwood Hospital (4.4 miles north-east) and Teapot Island (0.9 miles north-west).
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Older roofs in small places like Benover can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You tell us 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.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Getting a price
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Advice
What affects the price in Benover
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Which survey package you book
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
What we need to know
We’ll normally ask about:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Practical tips
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Check your policy for how to report damage
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Check the roof from ground level after strong winds. With binoculars, you can often spot problems without climbing. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
Questions from Benover
Do you cover smaller places like Benover?
Yes, Benover is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Benover?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from the ground or from windows. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
What does a storm damage report cost?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not part of the report.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
There is no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, though we cannot predict the outcome.