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Densole Storm Damage Roof Report
Wondering about the roof at a property in Densole? You can book a storm damage roof report in Densole and across Kent.
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Densole
Wear and tear is usually excluded from home insurance. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. Our report records both: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We give an honest view of what we see. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. Typical surveys look at flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and broken or displaced guttering, across chimney stacks, flashings and gutters and fascias.
Being in a small place like Densole makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: 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, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Densole (CT18)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes about one to two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Rural addresses near Densole can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Densole roofs and the weather
Densole is within about 4 miles of the coast, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies, and the insurer decides the claim. The wider area around Densole has a long history of building, with Acrise Place about 1.2 miles north-west. 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 any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Landlords with a home close to Folkestone West station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Take a building like Hawkinge Primary School: a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside. The streets around a church such as St Luke's are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Densole is about 3 miles north of Folkestone, in Kent. We survey roofs in Densole and the rest of Kent. Our Kent coverage includes Densole and the places around it. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: CT18. We cover properties on St John's Close, St John's Way and Canterbury Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Densole: Hawkinge (1 mile south), Swingfield Minnis (1 mile north), Old Hawkinge (2 miles south-east), Arpinge (2 miles south-west) and Selsted (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (13 miles west), Canterbury (11 miles north), Dover (6 miles east), Folkestone (3 miles south), Deal (12 miles north-east) and Hythe (5 miles south-west).
Near you in Densole
Densole’s nearest station is Folkestone West station, roughly 3.1 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (2.7 miles south-west) and Folkestone Castle (2.1 miles south). Open spaces near Densole include Cheriton Hill.
Nearby places to Densole
What else we do in Densole
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Densole: your questions answered
Is the coastal weather around Densole hard on roofs?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
How do I find out if my home in Densole is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. Repair costs are not included, so ask a roofer to quote.
Do you work in Densole?
Yes. We survey roofs in Densole and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How long will you be at the property?
It usually takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The written report follows by email.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
What affects the price in Densole
We confirm the price for the job before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The roof’s overall size
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The address and postcode of the property
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Densole, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Densole
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
A missing tile lets rain reach the underlay. Each gap is recorded with a photo.
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. We record what we find.
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. We don’t deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.