Kent · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Charing Hill, Kent
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Charing Hill, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Charing Hill
High winds normally affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. If you’re worried about damaged flat roof membrane and holes or cracks caused by debris, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on chimney stacks, ridges and hips and flat roofs alike.
Somewhere as small as Charing Hill, older roofs have often been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Charing Hill (TN27)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports in Charing Hill: local notes
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You’ll 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. Historic houses such as Godinton House, about 4.2 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Charing Hill goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter and St Paul, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. If you let a flat or house near Charing station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Charing Church of England Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Charing Hill is about 6 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. Charing Hill gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Our Kent coverage includes Charing Hill and the places around it. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Storm damage roof reports in TN27 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover Stocker's Head (1 mile east), Stalisfield (2 miles north), Stalisfield Green (2 miles north), Paddock (2 miles east) and The Valley (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (12 miles west), Ashford (6 miles south-east), Canterbury (13 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north), Whitstable (14 miles north-east) and Faversham (8 miles north-east).
Around Charing Hill
Typical jobs here are in homes near King's Head Public House and Spuckles and Kennelling Woods. Charing Hill’s nearest station is Charing station, roughly 0.9 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Newnham Castle (4.8 miles north).
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from the ground, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. The survey usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. For a village or hamlet like Charing Hill, the journey is planned ahead of time: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there’s access.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Charing Hill
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- House, block, shop or office
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The roof’s overall size
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- When you need the report by
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
For landlords and managing agents
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
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Charing Hill: your questions answered
Will you come out to Charing Hill?
Yes. Charing Hill is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Is Charing Hill in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Please don’t climb onto the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Complain to your insurer first. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, though we can’t predict the outcome.
How do I book a survey in Charing Hill?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Checking the roof from the ground
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
Why get it checked now?
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. Our report gives an honest view of both, so there are no surprises later. Around Charing Hill, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Charing Hill
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- 98% customer satisfaction
- PI and public liability insurance
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. It is your record to use.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. With binoculars, you can frequently spot problems without climbing. Don’t go up a ladder to look.