Medway · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Gadshill, Medway
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Gadshill from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Roofs hit by falling trees
Storm damage roof report in Gadshill: what you get
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Photograph the damage from the ground or a window, and never climb up. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. Common reasons to book are water coming in after the storm and damaged flat roof membrane, on chimney stacks, flashings and ridges and hips.
Roofs in small places like Gadshill often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Gadshill (ME3)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Gadshill questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Gadshill?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Gadshill within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It varies by policy. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but your policy sets the actual test.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How do I book a survey in Gadshill?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll recommend the right survey. We survey on any day of the week.
Why get it checked now?
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It sets out what we found and the likely cause, so you’re not relying only on your own photos. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Gadshill, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why us?
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Surveys seven days a week
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
What we can’t see
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Areas we can’t see safely
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
Useful tips for Gadshill property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They can help show the roof was looked after.
Nearby places to Gadshill
Also in Gadshill
What we’re asked to look at in Gadshill
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. People typically call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Damaged flat roof membrane
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St John, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What experience they bring
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What follow-up you get after the report
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a hamlet or village like Gadshill, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the roof space where it’s safe.
- The damage is recorded with photographs, area by area.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Booking a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
Gadshill roofs and the weather
Gadshill lies within about 4 miles of the sea. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies, and the insurer decides the claim. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
With Temple Manor about 1.9 miles south-east, the area around Gadshill has a long history. Older roofs in the area may have lead flashings, valleys and gutters that have been patched many times. Landlords with a home close to Higham station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Gadshill is about 2 miles north-west of Rochester, in Medway. We survey roofs in Gadshill and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Medway, we cover Gadshill. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
We work across the ME3 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Copperfield Crescent, Charles Dickens Avenue and Gravesend Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Gadshill include Higham (1 mile north), Shorne Ridgeway (1 mile west), Shorne (1 mile west), Lower Higham (1 mile north) and Mockbeggar (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (6 miles south-east), Chatham (5 miles south-east), Rainham (7 miles south-east), Luton (4 miles south-east), Park Wood (7 miles south-east) and Lordswood (6 miles south-east).
What’s near Gadshill
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Rede Common, Temple School and Sir John Falstaff Public House. The closest station to Gadshill is Higham station, roughly 1.2 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Rochester Castle (2.2 miles south-east) and French Hospital (2.4 miles south-east). Not far away are Gad's Hill and Rede Common.