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Storm damage roof report in Chillenden, Kent
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a storm damage roof report in Chillenden and across Kent.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Storm damage roof report in Chillenden
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We give an honest view of what we see. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. Typical surveys look at flat roof edges peeled back and new damp or leaks inside, on gutters and fascias, chimney stacks and slate and tile slopes.
In a village or hamlet like Chillenden, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. We look at whatever is safely visible 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.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Chillenden (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in Chillenden
Storms do not only affect pitched roofs. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Water coming in after the storm
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Broken or displaced guttering
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Goodnestone Church of England Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What experience they bring
- What insurance they carry
How it works
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Chillenden often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The size of the roof
- House, block, shop or office
Every price we give includes VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Chillenden
Goodnestone Park, about 1.2 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Chillenden. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. 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. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you let a flat or house near Aylesham station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of All Saints, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Chillenden is about 6 miles west of Deal, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Chillenden can all book storm damage roof reports, with a written report and photographs every time. Chillenden is one of the places in Kent we cover for storm damage roof reports. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
We survey roofs across CT3 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Close by, we survey roofs in Goodnestone (1 mile north-west), Nonington (1 mile south-west), Heronden (2 miles east), Barnsole (2 miles north) and Hammill Park (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Canterbury (8 miles west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (7 miles south), Folkestone (11 miles south), Ramsgate (10 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (12 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Chillenden
The closest station to Chillenden is Aylesham station, about 1.9 miles west. The countryside around Chillenden includes Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. We record which are loose or damaged.
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. Each one is recorded with photos.
Questions from Chillenden
Is my home in Chillenden listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you come out to Chillenden?
Yes, Chillenden is covered. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you as you book.
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
If you are unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. If that does not resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Don’t go up a ladder to look.