Medway · London and the South East
Church Street Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Church Street and the rest of Medway. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Broken or displaced guttering
Leaks and storm damage in Church Street
Church Street is within about 2 miles of the coast, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, frequently gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. About 3.6 miles south lies Temple Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Church Street has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
If you look after a building such as Higham Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If you let a flat or house near Higham station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. The streets around a church such as St Mary's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Church Street is about 4 miles north of Rochester, in Medway. Church Street is one of many places we visit across Medway. Church Street is one of the places in Medway we cover. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
All of ME3 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Close by, we survey roofs in Lower Higham (1 mile south), Cliffe Woods (1 mile east), Mockbeggar (2 miles south-east), Higham (2 miles south) and Cliffe (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (7 miles south-east), Chatham (6 miles south-east), Rochester (4 miles south), Rainham (8 miles south-east), Strood (3 miles south) and Luton (6 miles south-east).
Around Church Street
Around Church Street, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Chequers pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Higham station, about 0.9 miles south of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Upnor Castle (3.4 miles south-east) and Huguenot Museum (3.8 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Gad's Hill and Rede Common.
Storm damage roof report in Church Street: what you get
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it’s safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. You get a report with photographs to give to your insurer. If you are worried about broken or displaced guttering and roofs hit by falling trees, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a village or hamlet like Church Street, older cottages and farmhouses frequently 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. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Church Street (ME3)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it’s worth a survey now in Church Street
Your policy may say how quickly you need to report damage. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. Our report can then add a clear record. In a small place like Church Street, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 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 Church Street
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- A written report with photos
- An independent look at the roof
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Church Street
To price your survey, we check:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The size of the roof
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Booking your survey
We will usually ask about:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- What kind of property and roof it is
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Church Street: your questions answered
Will you come out to Church Street?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
How do I find out if my home in Church Street is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so it’s clear what we found. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Will you check the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We’re not loss adjusters, and we don’t negotiate claims. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Church Street?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Roof by roof
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
Chimney stacks
Older stacks with worn pointing or cracked flaunching are more likely to suffer. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
Places near Church Street
What else we do in Church Street
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Estimates of repair costs
- Acting for you with the insurer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. It’s your record to use.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a small place like Church Street, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.