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Storm damage roof report in Chartway Street, Kent
Need a storm damage roof report in Chartway Street? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
How a storm damage roof report works in Chartway Street
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. Falling branches can cause damage too. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. We survey slate and tile slopes, gutters and fascias and chimney stacks, and people most often book us about slipped or missing slates or tiles and damaged flat roof membrane.
For a small place like Chartway Street, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Chartway Street (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Chartway Street roofs and the weather
Leeds Castle, about 2 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Chartway Street. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, 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. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
If you look after a building such as Kingswood Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near St Peter's and St Paul's Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. For landlords with property near Harrietsham station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Chartway Street is about 5 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. We visit Chartway Street as part of our work across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Chartway Street is one of the places in Kent we cover for storm damage roof reports.
Here we cover the ME17 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. You’ll find streets like Chartway Street and Workhouse Lane, all of which we cover. We also cover Kingswood (1 mile north-east), Ulcombe (1 mile south-east), Broomfield (2 miles north-east), Leeds (2 miles north) and Ashbank (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (5 miles north-west), Ashford (12 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-east), Tonbridge (15 miles west), Faversham (13 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (10 miles west).
Around Chartway Street
The closest station to Chartway Street is Harrietsham station, about 3 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Sutton Valence Castle (1 mile south-west) and KIMS hospital (5.1 miles north-west).
How the survey works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Around Chartway Street, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, tell us about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Common questions in Chartway Street
How do I find out if my home in Chartway Street is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is 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.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Chartway Street?
Yes, Chartway Street is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take about one to two hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when you book.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
There is no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
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’s safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge tiles bedded in old mortar can loosen in high winds. Our report says whether it looks freshly damaged or worn over time.
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Chartway Street
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How big the roof is
- Building height and the viewpoints available
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
What to tell us when you contact us
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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Why get it checked now?
If the damage is partly wear and tear, it’s better to know. Our report gives an honest view of both, so you know what the roof shows. For an older or listed building in a place like Chartway Street, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Chartway Street
- Visits on any day of the week
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Photos and a written report every time
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Photograph the damage safely from below
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
For landlords and managing agents
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.