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Storm damage roof report in Gravesend, Kent
Storm damage roof reports in Gravesend from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
Landlords, agents and block managers in Gravesend
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
About our storm damage roof report in Gravesend
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We are not loss adjusters and can’t tell you if your claim will succeed. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. We survey chimney stacks, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes, and common reasons people get in touch are damaged ridges and hips and flat roof edges peeled back.
Many homes around Gravesend have been extended, often with flat roofs or dormers, and where an extension meets the house is a common leak point. Flashings, upstands and the edges of flat roofs are checked alongside the main roof. The stain inside is often some way from where water gets in, especially around extensions.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Gravesend (DA12, DA11)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Roof area
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll normally ask about:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Storm damage roof reports around Gravesend
Gravesend is within about 2 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave. Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
If you own a rental within reach of Gravesend station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Take a building like Whitehill Primary School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Gravesend is about 9 miles north-west of Gillingham, in Kent. If you are in Gravesend, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Gravesend is one of the places in Kent where we work for storm damage roof reports. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
We work across DA12 and DA11 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Christ Church Road, Hillside Drive and Laurel Avenue or anywhere close by, we can help. You will find Gravesend on the A2 and A226, which makes it straightforward to reach. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Windmill Hill (1 mile north-west), Milton-next-Gravesend (1 mile north-east), Denton (1 mile east), Singlewell or Ifield (1 mile south) and Northfleet (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (13 miles south-east), Dartford (7 miles west), Sevenoaks (13 miles south-west), Swanley (9 miles west), Kings Hill (11 miles south) and Foley Park (12 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Gravesend
Typical jobs here are in homes near Northfleet Urban Country Park, St John's Catholic Comprehensive and St John's Catholic Comprehensive, among other places. The nearest railway station is Gravesend station, roughly 0.9 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Gravesham Museum (0.9 miles north-west) and Stone Castle (4.5 miles west). Not far away are Sawyers Lake and Gad's Hill.
Towns and villages near Gravesend
What else we do in Gravesend
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. A typical visit in Gravesend begins with the street side of the roof and then moves round the building. Rear gardens and side paths often give the best view of extensions and back slopes, so unlocked gates help. The loft comes next, where there is safe access.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Book a survey
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. We record what we find.
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift or pull away from walls and chimneys in strong winds. We record which are loose or damaged.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Gravesend?
Others book after an insurer has queried a claim. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. What happens next is up to the insurer.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Water coming in after the storm
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
If you live in an older home near Christ Church Milton, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Questions to ask before you book
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Will the report include photos?
- Which limits apply to the survey
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Gravesend
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Gravesend?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Gravesend is within about 2 miles of the coast.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Gravesend?
Yes, Gravesend is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Gravesend as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
How do I book a survey in Gravesend?
To book, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details when you book.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
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 claim will be paid?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
What you can safely check yourself
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
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.