Kent · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Conyer, Kent
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Conyer, and put it all in a report with photographs.
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
Honest limits
It helps to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- Estimates of repair costs
- The outcome of a claim
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Conyer
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
Storm damage roof report in Conyer: what you get
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and don’t climb onto the roof. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We survey flat roofs, ridges and hips and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are water coming in after the storm and ridge tiles that have come loose.
In a village or hamlet like Conyer, 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.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Conyer (ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Older rural homes like those around Conyer can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there is access.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. With binoculars, you can often spot problems without climbing. Do not go up a ladder to look.
Conyer: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Conyer is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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.
Is the coastal weather around Conyer hard on roofs?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What if the roof was already worn?
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, but we cannot say how it will turn out.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for those.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Conyer
Conyer lies within about 1 mile of the sea. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Landlords with a home close to Teynham station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Conyer is about 4 miles east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We survey roofs in Conyer and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Here we cover the ME9 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on North Quay and Conyer Road or a nearby road, we can help. If you’re just outside Conyer, we cover Teynham Street (1 mile south-east), Deerton Street (1 mile south-east), Teynham (1 mile south), Norton Ash (2 miles south) and Lewson Street (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (14 miles south-west), Ashford (15 miles south), Canterbury (12 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (4 miles west), Whitstable (9 miles east) and Faversham (4 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Conyer
For rail, the closest station is Teynham station, roughly 1.1 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find Dolphin Sailing Barge Museum (3.1 miles west) and Castle Rough (2.8 miles west).
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How big the roof is
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Conyer
Roofs that were already worn are more likely to suffer in a storm. Corroded nails on slate roofs, worn mortar on ridges and old flashings can all give way. Our report notes both the storm damage and any older wear.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Mary, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
What to check before booking
- Are they insured for the work?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What the survey won’t cover
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.