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Storm Damage Roof Report in Crayford
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Crayford and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Lead lifted at abutments
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Storm damage roof report in Crayford: 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. Typical surveys look at loose or broken chimney pots and cowls and broken or displaced guttering, on flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias.
In a smaller place like Crayford, some roofs face open ground, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that is a useful clue. Let us know when it happens when you get in touch. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Crayford (DA1, DA5, DA7)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Crayford
Gusts work at anything on a roof that’s loose or exposed. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Anyone responsible for a site like Wentworth Primary School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Their insurance cover
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Crayford is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- 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
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Getting a price
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Crayford. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Questions from Crayford
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Crayford?
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 Crayford?
Yes. Crayford is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but your policy sets the actual test.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. We record the damage, with photos and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Stay off the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Why act early in Crayford
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is normally better. In an older home around Crayford, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, and that’s a much bigger job than the original defect.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What you get with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Photographs and a written report every time
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Prices that include VAT
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Tips from our surveys
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. They can damage the roof in high winds.
Storm damage roof reports in Crayford: local notes
With Hall Place and Gardens about 0.9 miles west, Crayford sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. 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 is detailed.
If you run a business near Broadway Shopping Centre, water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast. Trees in and around Braeburn Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Crayford is about 2 miles west of Dartford, in Kent. Whether the building in Crayford is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across Kent. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Storm damage roof reports in DA1, DA5 and DA7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Swan Lane, Dale Road and Ross Road. Close by, we survey roofs in Bowmans (1 mile south), Barnes Cray (1 mile north-east), Barnehurst (1 mile north-west), Coldblow (1 mile south-west) and Wilmington (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Sevenoaks (12 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles east), Northfleet (7 miles east), Swanley (4 miles south), Swanscombe (5 miles east) and Windmill Hill (8 miles east).
Local landmarks in Crayford
Typical jobs here are in homes near Haberdashers' Aske's Crayford Academy, The Bear and Ragged Staff pub and St Catherine's Catholic School. Crayford has its own railway station: Crayford station. Other landmarks nearby include Bexley Museum (0.9 miles west) and West Hill Hospital (1.3 miles east). Not far away are Wansunt Pit.