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Bishopsbourne Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Bishopsbourne, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Damaged flat roof membrane
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Storm damage roof report in Bishopsbourne
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm 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. If you’ve noticed damaged gutters and fascias and gaps where slates or tiles have gone, we can find out what’s behind it, on gutters and fascias, slate and tile slopes and flashings alike.
Being in a small place like Bishopsbourne makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Bishopsbourne (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Bishopsbourne
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from ground level if it’s safe. That keeps a record of how it looked. For an older or listed building in a place like Bishopsbourne, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Every finding written up with photos
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Bishopsbourne roofs and the weather
Goodnestone Park, about 4.1 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Bishopsbourne. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mary, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. Landlords with a home close to Bekesbourne station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Bishopsbourne is about 4 miles south-east of Canterbury, in Kent. Wherever you are in Bishopsbourne, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small.
Surveys in CT4 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include The Street, Park Lane and Crows Camp Road. Other places close to Bishopsbourne include Kingston (1 mile south-east), Bridge (1 mile north), Out Elmstead (1 mile south-east), Marley (1 mile south) and Patrixbourne (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (13 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north-west), Margate (15 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south-east), Folkestone (10 miles south) and Ramsgate (14 miles north-east).
Around Bishopsbourne
In Bishopsbourne, that means homes and buildings near The Mermaid Inn, among other places. Bishopsbourne’s nearest station is Bekesbourne station, roughly 2.2 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Canterbury Castle (4.1 miles north-west) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (3.2 miles north-west).
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different, 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. Somewhere like Bishopsbourne needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Different roofs, different checks
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge tiles bedded in old mortar can loosen in high winds. We note whether the mortar looks recently broken or long worn.
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. Loose or damaged flashings are photographed and noted.
Common questions in Bishopsbourne
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bishopsbourne?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Bishopsbourne within the area you cover?
Yes, Bishopsbourne is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take about one to two hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. You’ll then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Complain to your insurer first. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we cannot say how it will turn out.
How are storm damage reports priced?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. The report does not include repair costs.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
If anything in the report is not clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
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What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
To price your survey, we look at:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The roof’s overall size
For a price for your roof in Bishopsbourne, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Anything about access we should know
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.