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Storm damage roof report in Coldharbour, Kent
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Coldharbour, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Loose or torn flashings
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift or pull away from walls and chimneys in strong winds. Loose or damaged flashings are photographed and noted.
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.
Storm damage roof report in Coldharbour: what you get
After a storm, safety comes first. Photograph the damage from the ground or a window, and never climb up. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. We’re frequently asked to look into damaged ridges and hips and torn or lifted flat roof coverings, across gutters and fascias, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes.
Many homes in small places like Coldharbour face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Coldharbour (TN11)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
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What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- The outcome of a claim
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. If that does not resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
How it works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey typically takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Around Coldharbour, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
How to prepare
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Leave side gates unlocked
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
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Coldharbour questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Coldharbour?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Will you come out to Coldharbour?
Yes. Coldharbour is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we cannot predict the outcome.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground, and we’ll record the rest.
Leaks and storm damage in Coldharbour
Ightham Mote, about 2.2 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Coldharbour. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung 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’s detailed.
Take a building like St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Parish Church of St John, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Coldharbour is about 2 miles north of Tonbridge, in Kent. We survey roofs in Coldharbour and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Kent. Maidstone is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: TN11. Other places close to Coldharbour include Hildenborough (1 mile south-west), Hilden Park (1 mile south), Watt's Cross (1 mile west), Budds (1 mile north) and Stocks Green (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (12 miles east), Dartford (15 miles north), Sevenoaks (5 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (6 miles south), Gravesend (15 miles north) and Northfleet (15 miles north).
Near you in Coldharbour
Around Coldharbour, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Hugh Christie Technology College and The Flying Dutchman Public House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Hildenborough station, about 1.6 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Tonbridge Castle (2.2 miles south) and The Milne Museum (2 miles south). For a walk, there’s Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve and Barden Lake.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Coldharbour
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- New damp or leaks inside
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Loose or torn flashings
- Flat roof edges peeled back
If you let a flat or house near Hildenborough station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Before booking anyone
- Are they insured for the work?
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What exactly goes into their report
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof