Kent · London and the South East
Fairseat Storm Damage Roof Report
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Fairseat from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
Storm damage roof report in Fairseat
After a storm, it helps to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We are not loss adjusters, and we can’t say whether a claim will be paid. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. We survey flashings, chimney stacks and ridges and hips, and common reasons people get in touch are damage from fallen branches or debris and damaged ridges and hips.
Roofs in small places like Fairseat often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Where
- Fairseat (TN15)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey normally takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Around Fairseat, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Booking a survey
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They can help show the roof was looked after.
For landlords and managing agents
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Estimates of repair costs
- The outcome of a claim
- Acting for you with the insurer
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Fairseat
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. Historic houses such as Old Soar Manor, about 4.5 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Fairseat goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take an older house close to Holy Innocents: leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. Landlords with a home close to Borough Green & Wrotham station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Fairseat is about 7 miles north-east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Fairseat is one of many places we visit across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Across Kent, we cover Fairseat. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in TN15 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as Vigo Road and Platt House Lane, all of which we cover. Other places close to Fairseat include Hodsoll Street (1 mile north), Labour-in-vain (1 mile south-west), Culverstone Green (1 mile north-east), Trottiscliffe (1 mile south-east) and Vigo Village (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (10 miles south-east), Dartford (9 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (7 miles south-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south), Gravesend (7 miles north) and Tonbridge (9 miles south).
Around Fairseat
We work in homes and buildings around Trosley Country Park and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, about 2.6 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Ightham Court (2.9 miles south-west) and Coldrum Long Barrow (2 miles east).
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Wind can pull the flashings away from a chimney. Loose flashings are recorded.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles without fixings can move more easily in wind. We note what we can see of how tiles are fixed.
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Common questions in Fairseat
Do you cover smaller places like Fairseat?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Fairseat?
Yes, Fairseat is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run seven days a week.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Complain to your insurer first. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we cannot predict the outcome.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The written report follows by email.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not included, so ask a roofer to quote.
What we are asked to look at in Fairseat
Insurers often want evidence of what has been damaged and why. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. The decision still rests with the insurer.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Living close to Trosley Country Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What they will not be able to tell you
- What insurance they carry
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone