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Storm damage roof report in Claygate Cross, Kent
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Claygate Cross, and put it all in a report with photographs.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
How it works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey normally takes between one and two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a small place like Claygate Cross, 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 you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Related advice
How a storm damage roof report works in Claygate Cross
High winds usually 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. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. If you are worried about gaps where slates or tiles have gone and water coming in after the storm, we can find out what’s behind it.
For a small place like Claygate Cross, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It is useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Claygate Cross (TN15)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Claygate Cross
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. With Old Soar Manor about 0.9 miles south-east, Claygate Cross sits in an area with a long building history. 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.
Landlords with a home close to Borough Green & Wrotham station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Borough Green Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Claygate Cross is about 5 miles east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Bookings from Claygate Cross are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Across Kent, we cover Claygate Cross. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Surveys in TN15 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Claygate Cross, Basted Lane and Winfield Lane and the roads around them. Other places close to Claygate Cross include Crouch (1 mile east), Basted (1 mile north-west), Borough Green (1 mile north), Plaxtol (1 mile south) and Platt (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (9 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north), Sevenoaks (5 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south), Gravesend (11 miles north) and Tonbridge (5 miles south).
What’s near Claygate Cross
Around Claygate Cross, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Wrotham School, The Chequers Inn and Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve, among other places. The nearest railway station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, about 1.2 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Ightham Court (1.7 miles north-west) and Beechin Wood Archery Museum (1.1 miles north-east).
What this survey can’t tell you
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Areas we can’t see safely
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
Leave it or get it looked at?
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from the ground. Those photos show the damage as it was. For older village homes like those around Claygate Cross, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why us?
- Surveys seven days a week
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- A photo-illustrated written report
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Worn mortar under ridge tiles can let them lift in a storm. We note whether the mortar looks recently broken or long worn.
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
Claygate Cross questions
Is my home in Claygate Cross listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Claygate Cross?
Yes, Claygate Cross is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
What if the roof was already worn?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so it’s clear what we found. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Please do not climb onto the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
How long is the visit?
Most surveys take an hour or two for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. We’ll confirm the timing when you book.
More services for Claygate Cross
Common roof problems in Claygate Cross
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. People usually call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
People normally book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Water coming in after the storm
Homes near green spaces such as Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How soon the report will arrive
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. We don’t deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.