Kent · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Bockhanger
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Bockhanger, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Broken or displaced guttering
Storm damage roof report in Bockhanger: what you get
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Check your own policy wording. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. We record the damage and what seems to have caused it. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. The claim decision rests with your insurer. Common reasons to book are broken or displaced guttering and loose or torn flashings, on gutters and fascias, chimney stacks and slate and tile slopes.
Chimney stacks on older houses around places like Bockhanger can let water in, through worn flaunching, failed pointing or lifted flashings. Damp on a chimney breast is not always rain from above, which is why it is worth tracing properly. It’s worth looking at the stack from outside and at the timbers beside it in the loft.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Bockhanger (TN24, TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- The outcome of a claim
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
If you are unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
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.
Common questions in Bockhanger
Do you cover Bockhanger?
Yes, Bockhanger is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
Will you come out to Bockhanger?
Yes. Bockhanger is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Only from ground level or from windows. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground and we will inspect the rest from safe positions.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from the ground first if it is safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It varies by policy. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but check your own wording.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Towns and villages near Bockhanger
Other services in Bockhanger
What happens if roof problems are left?
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. An independent report can follow. Arranging work in a smaller place like Bockhanger is easier with notice than in an emergency. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Prices that include VAT
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- 98% customer satisfaction
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Every price we give includes VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The property’s address and postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Wind, rain and roofs in Bockhanger
About 2.1 miles west lies Godinton House, a reminder of how long the area around Bockhanger has been built on. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, 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. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you own a rental within reach of Ashford International station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Trees in and around Ashford Warren and Hoads Wood shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters. Take a building like Phoenix Community Primary School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Bockhanger is about 2 miles north of Ashford, in Kent. Anywhere in Bockhanger, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Kent, we cover Bockhanger. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across TN24 and TN25 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. You’ll find streets like Park Road, York Road and Tudor Road, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Kennington (1 mile north-east), Potters Corner (1 mile north-west), Godinton (2 miles south-west), Ashford (2 miles south) and Boughton Lees (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (12 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (14 miles south-east), Whitstable (15 miles north-east), Faversham (10 miles north) and Hythe (11 miles south-east).
Around Bockhanger
We work in homes and buildings around Towers School and Sixth Form Centre, Towers School and Sixth Form Centre and Ashford Warren and Hoads Wood. The closest station to Bockhanger is Ashford International station, about 1.5 miles south of the centre. A little further out are County Square (1.2 miles south) and William Harvey Hospital (2.2 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Hatch Park.
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely. The survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a smaller place like Bockhanger, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- 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.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Book a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Different roofs, different checks
Ridge and hip tiles
Water can get in where ridge tiles have moved. We photograph and describe the damage.
Slate roofs
Slates can slip or blow off in a storm, especially where the nails have corroded. Our report notes moved slates and any sign of older corrosion.