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Storm damage roof report in Crouch, Kent
Storm damage roof reports in Crouch and the rest of Kent. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Crouch
High winds typically affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. If you’ve noticed new damp or leaks inside and broken or displaced guttering, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Being in a small place like Crouch makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It’s useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Crouch (ME13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Wind, rain and roofs in Crouch
Crouch is within about 5 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you let a flat or house near Selling station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Peter and St Paul, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. If you live near a park like Mount Ephraim Gardens, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.
Crouch is about 3 miles south-east of Preston, in Kent. Crouch gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Crouch is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: ME13. We also cover the places around Crouch: South Street (1 mile south-east), Gushmere (1 mile south-west), Neames Forstal (1 mile south), Hickmans Green (1 mile east) and Oversland (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (10 miles south), Canterbury (6 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-west), Whitstable (6 miles north-east), Faversham (3 miles north-west) and Herne Bay (10 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Crouch
Around Crouch, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Sondes Arms and Mount Ephraim Gardens and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Selling station, roughly 0.5 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Tower keep castle at Chilham (3 miles south). Open spaces near Crouch include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
What else we do in Crouch
What we do, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Around Crouch, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. We record what we find.
Slate roofs
Slates can slip or blow off in a storm, especially where the nails have corroded. We record which slates have moved and any signs of older nail fatigue.
Why act early in Crouch
Leaving storm damage can let water into the loft space and rooms below. Further water damage can blur what the storm actually did. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. In a small place like Crouch, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
For a price for your roof in Crouch, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Crouch
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Surveys seven days a week
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. 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.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Crouch
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time.
Crouch questions
Is the coastal weather around Crouch hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Crouch is within about 5 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Is my home in Crouch listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Insurers typically exclude wear and tear. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Do you look in the roof space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
What affects the price in Crouch
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What to tell us when you contact us
There is no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- When you need the report by
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.