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Storm damage roof report in Cudham, Kent
Storm damage roof reports around Cudham, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Flat roof edges peeled back
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. We record which are loose or damaged.
Clay and concrete tiles
Strong gusts can lift and break tiles. The report shows each damaged area.
How a storm damage roof report works in Cudham
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Your policy document sets out its own definition. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. We record the damage and what seems to have caused it. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. If you’ve noticed loose or torn flashings and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs, chimney stacks and flashings alike.
For a small place like Cudham, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Cudham (TN14)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect about one to two hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Older rural homes like those around Cudham can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
How to book
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
Related advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Cudham
Landlords, agents and building managers in Cudham and across Kent can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
FAQs for Cudham
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Cudham?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Cudham?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
It depends on your policy. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Check your policy wording.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Cudham?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we will take it from there. We survey on any day of the week.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is usually excluded from home insurance. We note both storm damage and older defects, so it is clear what we found. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Will you check the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not included, so ask a roofer to quote.
Honest limits
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Estimates of repair costs
- Areas we cannot see safely
- A decision on your insurance claim
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Cudham
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
What a survey costs
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- House, block, shop or office
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Building height and the viewpoints available
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Storm damage roof reports in Cudham: local notes
About 1.4 miles north-west lies Down House, a reminder of how long the area around Cudham has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
For landlords with property near Chelsfield station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter and St Paul, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Cudham is about 5 miles south of Orpington, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Cudham can all book storm damage roof reports, with a written report and photographs every time. Cudham is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for storm damage roof reports. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Storm damage roof reports in TN14 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Cudham Lane South, Cacket's Lane and Newbarn Lane, all of which we cover. Other places close to Cudham include Single Street (1 mile west), Berry's Green (1 mile south-west), Horns Green (1 mile south-east), Burlings (1 mile south-east) and Luxted (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Dartford (11 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (5 miles south-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles south-east), Gravesend (15 miles north-east), Tonbridge (12 miles south-east) and Northfleet (14 miles north-east).
Near you in Cudham
In Cudham, that means homes and buildings near Charles Darwin School and The Blacksmith's Arms and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Chelsfield station, roughly 3.1 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Orpington Hospital (3.3 miles north) and Crofton Roman Villa (3.9 miles north). For a walk, there’s Downe Bank and Betsom's Hill.
Other services in Cudham
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Cudham
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
Common reasons to book include:
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Damaged ridges and hips
If you look after a building such as Cudham Church of England Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What experience they bring
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether VAT is added on top