Kent · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Fosten Green, Kent
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Fosten Green, with photos and a written report.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Fosten Green
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. If you are worried about new damp or leaks inside and damaged flat roof membrane, we can find out what’s behind it, on flashings, gutters and fascias and ridges and hips alike.
Many homes in small places like Fosten Green face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Fosten Green (TN27)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Fosten Green
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. We record the damage and where it is, with photos.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Stains appearing after strong winds
If you let a flat or house near Headcorn station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
What to check before booking
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Is VAT included in the price?
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. The report shows each damaged area.
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails frequently fail first. We check whether slipped slates suggest storm damage, older wear or both.
What we do, step by step
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Older roofs in small places like Fosten Green can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- 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 the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Storm damage roof reports in Fosten Green: local notes
Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Margaret's Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Fosten Green is about 11 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. We cover Fosten Green and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. Fosten Green is one of the places in Kent where we work for storm damage roof reports. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: TN27. We also cover the places around Fosten Green: Clapper Hill (1 mile east), East End (1 mile south), Parkgate (2 miles south-east), London Beach (3 miles east) and Strood (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (12 miles north), Ashford (11 miles east), Kings Hill (15 miles north-west), Foley Park (13 miles north), Paddock Wood (11 miles north-west) and Tenterden (4 miles south-east).
Near you in Fosten Green
The nearest railway station is Headcorn station, roughly 4.6 miles north. A little further out are Mervyn Quinlan Museum (0.9 miles south) and Sissinghurst Castle (2.1 miles north-west).
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Landlords and letting agents in Fosten Green book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- How your policy defines a storm
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
Towns and villages near Fosten Green
What else we do in Fosten Green
Common questions in Fosten Green
Is my home in Fosten Green listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is Fosten Green within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is usually excluded from home insurance. We note both storm damage and older defects, so it is clear what we found. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
That’s not something we can promise. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.