Kent · London and the South East
Charlton-in-Dover Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm across Charlton-in-Dover, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Storm damage roof report in Charlton-in-Dover: what you get
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. Common reasons to book are gaps where slates or tiles have gone and damage from fallen branches or debris, across gutters and fascias, chimney stacks and flat roofs.
Around Charlton-in-Dover, chimneys on older homes are a common source of leaks, 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.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Charlton-in-Dover (CT16, CT17, CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. The survey notes loose, cracked or missing ridge and hip tiles.
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We record what we can see of the fixings.
Why it is worth a survey now in Charlton-in-Dover
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Acting quickly usually means less damage overall. Around Charlton-in-Dover, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, and that’s a much bigger job than the original defect.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What you get with us
- PI and public liability insurance
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
Common questions in Charlton-in-Dover
Is the coastal weather around Charlton-in-Dover hard on roofs?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Is Charlton-in-Dover within the area you cover?
Yes. Charlton-in-Dover is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How long will you be at the property?
Most surveys take about one to two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The report follows by email.
What if the roof was already worn?
Insurers normally exclude wear and tear. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. Your insurer decides the claim.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Is this a RICS 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, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
How the survey works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes an hour or two for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. Being in a smaller place like Charlton-in-Dover does not change how the visit works: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets in another room
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Book a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Related advice
What this survey can’t tell you
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Areas we can’t see safely
- A price for the repairs
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Charlton-in-Dover
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
Leaks and storm damage in Charlton-in-Dover
Charlton-in-Dover lies within about 1 mile of the sea, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask.
If you live near a park like Connaught Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. The streets around a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. If you own a rental within reach of Dover Priory station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Charlton-in-Dover is about 1 mile south-east of Dover, in Kent. If you’re in Charlton-in-Dover, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. We cover towns and villages across Kent. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Surveys in CT16, CT17 and CT15 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Odo Road, Eric Road and Lorne Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Main roads around Charlton-in-Dover include the A256. We also cover the places around Charlton-in-Dover: Tower Hamlets (1 mile south-west), Guston (2 miles north-east), Church Whitfield (2 miles north), East Langdon (3 miles north-east) and West Cliffe (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (7 miles south-west), Ramsgate (15 miles north), Deal (7 miles north-east), Hythe (11 miles south-west) and Walmer (6 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Charlton-in-Dover
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Dover Grammar School for Girls, St Edmund's Catholic School and The Red Lion pub. The nearest railway station is Dover Priory station, about 0.6 miles south of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Dover Castle (0.9 miles south-east) and Old Town Gaol (under half a mile south). Green spaces nearby include Dover Western Heights.
What a survey costs
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- The size of the roof
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
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.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
For landlords and managing agents
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.