Kent · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Garlinge Green
A careful look at the roof at your property in Garlinge Green, with photographs and a written report.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
Wind, rain and roofs in Garlinge Green
Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
Living close to Broadham Down is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. Landlords with a home close to Chartham station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Garlinge Green is about 4 miles south-west of Canterbury, in Kent. Garlinge Green is one of many places we visit across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Garlinge Green is one of the places in Kent where we work for storm damage roof reports.
Storm damage roof reports in CT4 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover Petham (1 mile south-east), Shalmsford Street (1 mile north), Mystole (1 mile north-west), Chartham (2 miles north) and Anvil Green (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Ashford (9 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-west), Folkestone (12 miles south-east) and Whitstable (8 miles north).
Local landmarks in Garlinge Green
In Garlinge Green, that means homes and buildings near Broadham Down and the streets around them. The closest station to Garlinge Green is Chartham station, roughly 1.8 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Whitefriars Shopping Centre (3.9 miles north-east) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (3.5 miles north-east). Not far away are Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Storm damage roof report in Garlinge Green: what you get
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. It is yours to pass to your insurer. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We are not loss adjusters and cannot say whether a claim will be paid. We survey flat roofs, gutters and fascias and ridges and hips, and people most often book us about ridge tiles that have come loose and damage from fallen branches or debris.
Somewhere as small as Garlinge Green, older roofs have often been repaired many times. 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. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Location
- Garlinge Green (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Useful tips for Garlinge Green property owners
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Garlinge Green?
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. Our report covers flat and pitched roofs.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
For businesses in and around places such as Whitefriars Shopping Centre, water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Their insurance cover
- Which limits apply to the survey
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. The report shows each damaged area.
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. We record any damage and where it is.
Garlinge Green: your questions answered
Do you cover Garlinge Green?
Yes, Garlinge Green is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
Do you cover smaller places like Garlinge Green?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when you book.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. We can record the damage in our report.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. It does not include repair costs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for those.
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The survey, step by step
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Around Garlinge Green, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How big the roof is
- The package you choose: 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 to let us know when you get in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The address and postcode of the property
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.