Kent · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Elmstone, Kent
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Elmstone and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Elmstone
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Elmstone?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you come out to Elmstone?
Yes, Elmstone is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run seven days a week. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
About our storm damage roof report in Elmstone
After a storm, safety comes first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. Common reasons to book are torn or lifted flat roof coverings and lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles, on slate and tile slopes, gutters and fascias and flat roofs.
For a small place like Elmstone, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Where
- Elmstone (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Elmstone
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. If that does not resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Flashings around stacks can lift in strong winds. Loose flashings are recorded.
Clay and concrete tiles
Strong gusts can lift and break tiles. The report shows each damaged area.
Wind, rain and roofs in Elmstone
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 Goodnestone Park, about 3.9 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Elmstone goes. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Preston Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. Landlords with a home close to Minster station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. For an older house near a landmark like Elmstone Church, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Elmstone is about 7 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Elmstone gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Elmstone is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
We work across CT3 for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Padbrook Lane, Sheerwater Road and Longmete Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you are just outside Elmstone, we cover Hoaden (1 mile south-east), Perry (1 mile south), Nash (1 mile south), Shatterling (1 mile south) and Broomhill (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (8 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Elmstone
For rail, the closest station is Minster station, roughly 3.9 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find St Martins Hospital (5.9 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
How the survey works
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Elmstone 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 we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
What affects the price in Elmstone
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
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. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Also in Elmstone
Checking the roof from ground level
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.