Medway · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Cuxton, Medway
Storm damage roof reports across Cuxton, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Lead lifted at abutments
About our storm damage roof report in Cuxton
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and do not climb onto the roof. Emergency temporary protection, like covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We survey flashings, chimney stacks and ridges and hips, and the problems we are asked to look at most are lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and damaged flat roof membrane.
Roofs in small places like Cuxton often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Cuxton (ME2)
- Region
- Medway
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Cuxton
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. Our report covers flat and pitched roofs.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damaged pots on the stack
Living close to Baty's Marsh is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Which limits apply to the survey
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Around Cuxton, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Find any records of previous roof work
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What a storm damage roof report does not cover
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- Estimates of repair costs
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Check how your policy defines a storm
After the visit, we write up the report with photos of each area of damage. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. They can damage the roof in high winds.
Cuxton: your questions answered
Is my home in Cuxton listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. 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 Cuxton in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Cuxton is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Please don’t climb onto the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that doesn’t resolve it. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. We record the damage, with photographs and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
Storm damage roof reports in Cuxton: local notes
The wider area around Cuxton has a long history of building, with Starkey Castle about 0.9 miles south. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Across Kent, older roofs are often 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. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Take an older house close to Church of St Michael and All Angels: water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. Anyone responsible for a site like Cuxton Community Infant School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Cuxton is about 2 miles south-west of Rochester, in Medway. We provide storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Cuxton and nearby. We cover towns and villages across Medway, from the larger towns to small villages. Maidstone is in our area too.
Every address in ME2 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Station Road, Charles Drive and James Road or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Cuxton include Lower Bush (1 mile west), North Halling (1 mile south-west), Upper Bush (1 mile west), Borstal (1 mile east) and Halling (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Gillingham (5 miles east), Chatham (4 miles east), Rainham (7 miles east), Luton (4 miles east), Park Wood (7 miles east) and Lordswood (5 miles south-east).
Near you in Cuxton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Baty's Marsh and Strood Academy. There’s a railway station in Cuxton itself: Cuxton station. Other landmarks nearby include Rochester Castle (2.3 miles north-east) and French Hospital (2.4 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Ranscombe Farm and Gad's Hill.
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Why act early in Cuxton
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is typically better. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Cuxton, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
What you get with us
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- An independent look at the roof
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
What a survey costs
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The address and postcode of the property
- When you need the report by
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.