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Storm damage roof report in Cop Street, Kent
Independent storm damage roof reports in Cop Street. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Damaged flat roof membrane
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
Lead flashings
Flashings with older defects frequently fail in high winds. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
How a storm damage roof report works in Cop Street
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We are not loss adjusters and cannot say whether a claim will be paid. We survey ridges and hips, slate and tile slopes and flat roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are damaged gutters and fascias and holes or cracks caused by debris.
Many homes in small places like Cop Street 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.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Cop Street (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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Common questions in Cop Street
Is Cop Street within the area you cover?
Yes. Cop Street is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Is my home in Cop Street listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so it is clear what we found. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you as you book.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
We cannot say whether a claim will be paid. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
Storm damage roof reports around Cop Street
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Cop Street, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Driving rain off the sea can be pushed into gaps that stay dry in calmer weather. Older houses across Kent often 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. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
With Goodnestone Park about 4.1 miles south-west, the area around Cop Street has a long history. Older roofs in the area may have lead flashings, valleys and gutters that have been patched many times. For landlords with property near Sandwich station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. If you live in an older home near Church of St Nicholas, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Cop Street is about 6 miles south-west of Ramsgate, in Kent. In Cop Street, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. Cop Street is one of the places in Kent we cover for storm damage roof reports. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: CT3. Other places close to Cop Street include Weddington (1 mile south), Ash (1 mile south), Guilton (1 mile south-west), Coombe (1 mile south) and Durlock (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (9 miles west), Margate (8 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (6 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (8 miles north-east).
Around Cop Street
We work in homes and buildings around The Chequer Inn and the streets around them. Cop Street’s nearest station is Sandwich station, roughly 2.9 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find White Mill (2.1 miles east). Open spaces near Cop Street include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
What happens on the day
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect about 1–2 hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Cop Street often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photos.
How to prepare
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Leave side gates unlocked
Booking a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The size of the roof
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we’ll tell you which fits.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.