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Storm damage roof report in Goodnestone, Kent
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Goodnestone. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
About our storm damage roof report in Goodnestone
We inspect the roof from wherever it can safely be seen: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there’s access, and the roof itself where that’s safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. If part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. You get a written report with photographs to give to your insurer. Typical surveys look at torn or lifted flat roof coverings and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks, across flashings, slate and tile slopes and ridges and hips.
Being in a small place like Goodnestone makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Where
- Goodnestone (ME13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Goodnestone
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Goodnestone?
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.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Goodnestone?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Start by complaining to the insurer. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that doesn’t resolve it. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
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’s clear what we found. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: 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. Older rural homes like those around Goodnestone can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
What affects the price in Goodnestone
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The size of the roof
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the exact price before you book.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- When you need the report by
- The property’s address and postcode
- What made you get in touch
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Wind, rain and roofs in Goodnestone
Goodnestone lies within about 3 miles of the sea, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Belmont House and Gardens, about 5 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Goodnestone. If your house is among the older ones, 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.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Graveney Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. For landlords with property near Faversham station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If you live in an older home near St Bartholomew's Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Goodnestone is about 2 miles east of Preston, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Goodnestone, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Kent coverage includes Goodnestone and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Storm damage roof reports in ME13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Head Hill Road and Cherrywood or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover Culmers (1 mile north-east), Graveney (1 mile north-east), Broom Street (1 mile north), Staplestreet (1 mile south-east) and Slutshole (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles west), Whitstable (5 miles north-east), Herne Bay (9 miles north-east) and Minster (9 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Goodnestone
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School and Mount Ephraim Gardens and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Faversham station, roughly 1.9 miles west. A little further out are Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (5.8 miles north-east). The countryside around Goodnestone includes Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
You will need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
Checking the roof from ground level
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to 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 Goodnestone, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT.
What you get with us
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Surveys seven days a week
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.