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Storm damage roof report in Crockenhill, Kent
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Crockenhill, with photos and a clear written report.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Crockenhill
High winds typically 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. Falling branches can cause damage too. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. Common reasons to book are holes or cracks caused by debris and torn or lifted flat roof coverings, across chimney stacks, flashings and flat roofs.
Being in a small place like Crockenhill makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Crockenhill (BR8)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a hamlet or village like Crockenhill, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Damage left open lets in more rain. That can add to the damage and make it harder to separate from the storm. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. For older village homes like those around Crockenhill, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Why book us in Crockenhill
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 20+ years’ experience
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Surveys seven days a week
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Crockenhill
With Lullingstone Castle about 2.3 miles south-east, Crockenhill 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 the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you live in an older home near Church of All Souls, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. If you let a flat or house near Swanley station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. If you look after a building such as Crockenhill Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Crockenhill is about 2 miles east of Orpington, in Kent. If you are in Crockenhill, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our Kent coverage includes Crockenhill and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Here we cover the BR8 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. That includes homes and businesses on Church Road, Old Chapel Road and Sounds Lodge and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Crockenhill: Kevington (1 mile west), Swanley (1 mile north-east), Well Hill (2 miles south), Derry Downs (2 miles west) and Maypole (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Dartford (5 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (7 miles south), Gravesend (10 miles east), Tonbridge (14 miles south), Northfleet (9 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (13 miles south-east).
What’s near Crockenhill
In Crockenhill, that means homes and buildings near Orchards Academy. For rail, the closest station is Swanley station, about 0.8 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include London Borough of Bromley Museum (2.5 miles west) and Orpington Hospital (3.2 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s The Warren and Summer Hill.
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What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How big the roof is
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The address and postcode of the property
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Areas we can’t see safely
- The outcome of a claim
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Crockenhill
Is my home in Crockenhill listed or in a conservation area?
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 Crockenhill in the area you cover?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Crockenhill is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the property.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it is safe, photograph the damage before it’s covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It varies by policy. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but your policy sets the actual test.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
For landlords and managing agents
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.