Kent · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Durlock, Kent
An independent record of roof damage after a storm across Durlock, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Roof by roof
Lead flashings
Flashings with older defects often fail in high winds. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
Ridge and hip tiles
Water can get in where ridge tiles have moved. Each one is recorded with photos.
About our storm damage roof report in Durlock
Our storm damage report starts from £150. It is a report with photographs, sent by email. It is not a repair quote and does not include repair costs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. Your insurer may also send its own loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause. We survey flashings, chimney stacks and ridges and hips, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are holes or cracks caused by debris and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls.
In a village or hamlet like Durlock, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Durlock (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Durlock
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The roof’s overall size
- Basic, Standard or Premium
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What’s prompted the survey
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Durlock, phone 07833 053749 or email us. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Leaks and storm damage in Durlock
Historic houses like Goodnestone Park, about 2.7 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Durlock goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses across Kent frequently 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. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Anyone responsible for a site like Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. The streets around a church such as Church of St Nicholas are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Durlock is about 7 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Roofs in Durlock get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. We cover towns and villages across Kent. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
All of CT3 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you are just outside Durlock, we cover Guilton (1 mile north-east), Ash (1 mile east), Staple (1 mile south), Nash (1 mile north-west) and Barnsole (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (8 miles west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Durlock
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Chequer Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Durlock is Sandwich station, about 3.5 miles east of the centre. A little further out are White Mill (2.9 miles east). Open spaces near Durlock include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from the ground if it’s safe. That keeps a record of how it looked. For older village homes like those around Durlock, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why us?
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
What happens on the day
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photographs. On timing, it usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Older roofs in small places like Durlock can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Getting a price
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Related advice
Also in Durlock
Common roof problems in Durlock
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, backed up with photos.
Common reasons to book include:
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
If you own a rental within reach of Sandwich station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Their insurance cover
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Common questions in Durlock
Do you cover smaller places like Durlock?
Yes. Durlock is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Durlock is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. Repair costs aren’t included, so ask a roofer to quote.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
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.
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking.