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Storm damage roof report in Boughton Aluph, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Boughton Aluph. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. After that, we check everything we can see safely. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Older roofs in small places like Boughton Aluph can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Boughton Aluph
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We aren’t loss adjusters, and we can’t say whether a claim will be paid. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. We survey flashings, gutters and fascias and chimney stacks, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are damaged pots on the stack and torn or lifted flat roof coverings.
Roofs in small places like Boughton Aluph often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. 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. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Boughton Aluph (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Boughton Aluph
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Acting quickly typically means less damage overall. Outbuildings and barns around Boughton Aluph are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys seven days a week
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- 98% customer satisfaction
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
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For landlords and managing agents
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Landlords and letting agents in Boughton Aluph book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Storm damage roof reports in Boughton Aluph: local notes
About 4.2 miles south-west lies Godinton House, a reminder of how long the area around Boughton Aluph has been built on. 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. 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. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
For landlords with property near Wye station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. The streets around a church such as All Saints’ Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. For businesses in and around places such as County Square, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Boughton Aluph is about 4 miles north-east of Ashford, in Kent. Wherever you are in Boughton Aluph, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
All of TN25 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Boughton Aluph include Boughton Corner (1 mile east), Kempe's Corner (1 mile south), Wye (1 mile south-east), Brook (3 miles south-east) and Hassell Street (4 miles east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (4 miles south-west), Canterbury (9 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-east), Whitstable (12 miles north-east) and Faversham (8 miles north).
Landmarks near Boughton Aluph
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Flying Horse Inn, among other places. The nearest railway station is Wye station, about 1 mile south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find William Harvey Hospital (3.7 miles south) and Tower keep castle at Chilham (3.9 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Hatch Park.
Questions from Boughton Aluph
Do you cover Boughton Aluph?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Boughton Aluph as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in Boughton Aluph is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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 it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Start by complaining to the insurer. If it is not resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we will agree the details as you book.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. It’s your record to use.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- The outcome of a claim
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
Checking the roof from ground level
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.