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Storm damage roof report in Caring, Kent
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Caring. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
What we do, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere like Caring needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Arrange a survey
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
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Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Caring
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. If you’re worried about broken or displaced guttering and roofs hit by falling trees, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Caring, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. We check what can safely be seen and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Where
- Caring (ME17)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Caring?
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. The decision still rests with the insurer.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near The Mall Maidstone, a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters.
What to check before booking
- What insurance they carry
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- When you’ll get the report
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
What this survey cannot tell you
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Caring
Stoneacre, about 0.7 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Caring. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung 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.
Anyone responsible for a site like Leeds and Broomfield 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. If you live in an older home near St Nicholas's Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Caring is about 3 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. We visit Caring as part of our work across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Across Kent, we cover Caring.
Every address in ME17 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Caring Lane and Caring Road, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Caring: Otham (1 mile south-west), Bearsted (1 mile north-west), Langley (1 mile south), Langley Heath (1 mile south) and Willington (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (3 miles west), Ashford (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north-east), Gravesend (15 miles north-west), Tonbridge (14 miles west) and Faversham (13 miles east).
Local landmarks in Caring
Around Caring, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Orchard Spot Public House and the streets around them. The closest station to Caring is Bearsted station, roughly 1.5 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find The Mall Maidstone (3.1 miles west) and Laundry Museum (1.4 miles east). The countryside around Caring includes Detling Hill.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Which survey package you book
- The size of the roof
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Questions from Caring
Will you come out to Caring?
Yes, Caring is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Caring?
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. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
There’s no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Tell us about it when booking and we will plan the survey around it.
How long does the survey take?
Most surveys take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. We will confirm the timing when booking.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Caring
Leaving storm damage can let water into the roof space and rooms below. Further water damage can blur what the storm actually did. Emergency temporary protection should be arranged with a roofer. In a small place like Caring, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Caring
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.