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Dungate Storm Damage Roof Report
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Dungate. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
Storm damage roof report in Dungate
After a storm, it helps to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We’re not loss adjusters and cannot tell you if your claim will succeed. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. We’re frequently asked to look into gutters pulled loose in the wind and flat roof edges peeled back, across gutters and fascias, chimney stacks and flashings.
Being in a small place like Dungate makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. It is 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.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Dungate (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Cottages and farmhouses around Dungate often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the roof space where it is safe.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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When to book a survey in Dungate
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, with photographs.
Common reasons to book include:
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
If you live near a park like Cromers Wood, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Is VAT included in the price?
Why act early in Dungate
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Later weather and temporary repairs can make it harder to see what happened. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Dungate, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book us in Dungate
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What else we do in Dungate
DIY checks: what’s safe
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Wind, rain and roofs in Dungate
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Dungate, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Historic houses such as Belmont House and Gardens, about 4.6 miles south-east, show how far back building around Dungate goes. Older roofs around here can leak at old repairs as readily as at original details. If you own a rental within reach of Sittingbourne station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Dungate is about 3 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Anywhere in Dungate, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
We survey roofs across ME9 for storm damage roof reports. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Newbury (1 mile north-east), Kingsdown (1 mile east), Rodmersham Green (1 mile north), Highsted (1 mile north) and Bapchild (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (10 miles west), Ashford (12 miles south-east), Canterbury (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (3 miles north), Whitstable (13 miles east) and Faversham (6 miles east).
Around Dungate
We work in homes and buildings around Fulston Manor School and Cromers Wood and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Sittingbourne station, roughly 2.9 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (2.6 miles north) and Newnham Castle (2.5 miles south-east).
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Strong gusts can lift and break tiles. We record which are damaged and where.
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. We note where this has happened and any damp inside.
Common questions in Dungate
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Dungate?
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.
Do you cover smaller places like Dungate?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it is safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Dungate?
It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and some details about the roof. We survey on any day of the week.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.