Medway · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Gillingham, Medway
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Gillingham and the rest of Medway. We survey seven days a week.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
Tips that help
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
Storm damage roof report in Gillingham: what you get
A storm damage roof report is priced from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It is not a repair quote and doesn’t include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for that. The insurer may still send a loss adjuster of its own. What you get is an independent record of the damage and what seems to have caused it. If you are worried about damage from fallen branches or debris and new damp or leaks inside, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and ridges and hips alike.
Flats above shops, offices and blocks with flat roofs are common in places the size of Gillingham. On a flat roof, water can get in at a split or an upstand and run under the covering before it shows. Finding the entry point takes patience as well as moisture readings. The usual signs are ponding, blisters and splits in the covering.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Gillingham (ME8, ME7, ME4, ME5)
- Region
- Medway
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Gillingham
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Also in Gillingham
When to book a survey in Gillingham
Branches and trees frequently come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, with photographs.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
If you run a business near Pentagon Shopping Centre, finding where water is getting in quickly keeps disruption down.
What to check before booking
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
What we can’t see
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- The outcome of a claim
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In Gillingham, we survey everything from flats and houses to commercial buildings. Each building type brings its own access questions, from shared stairwells to locked plant rooms. Surveys can be booked for any day of the week.
- 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.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Advice
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- House, block, shop or office
- The roof’s overall size
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The address and postcode of the property
- Anything about access we should know
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Gillingham roofs and the weather
Gillingham lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings. The wider area around Gillingham has a long history of building, with Restoration House about 3.3 miles west. 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.
Trees in and around Ambley Wood shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Holy Trinity Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Gillingham is about 30 miles east of London, in Medway. We cover Gillingham and the rest of Medway, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Medway coverage includes Gillingham. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
We work across ME8, ME7, ME4 and ME5 for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include Leeds Square, London Road and Dorset Square. You will find Gillingham on the A2 and A231, so it is easy for us to get to. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Twydall (1 mile east), Lower Twydall (1 mile north-east), Grange (1 mile north), Darland (1 mile south-west) and Hale (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Rochester (4 miles west), Strood (4 miles west), Lordswood (3 miles south-west), Hoo St Werburgh (4 miles north), Rochester Riverside (3 miles north-west) and Walderslade (3 miles south-west). Gillingham is one of the larger places we cover in Medway.
Landmarks near Gillingham
In Gillingham, that means homes and buildings near The Robert Napier School, The Robert Napier School and The Star pub. The nearest railway station is Gillingham (Kent) station, roughly 1.5 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Medway Maritime Hospital (1.6 miles west) and Six Poor Travellers House (3.3 miles west). Open spaces near Gillingham include Blue Bell Hill and Bishop Saltings.
Gillingham questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Gillingham?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is Gillingham in the area you cover?
Yes, Gillingham is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
There’s no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Check your policy wording.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You’ll then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.