Kent · London and the South East
Hacklinge Storm Damage Roof Report
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Hacklinge. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Storm damage roof report in Hacklinge: what you get
We inspect the roof from wherever it can safely be seen: from the ground, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it is safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. You get a photo-illustrated written report to give to your insurer. If you’ve noticed gutters pulled loose in the wind and gaps where slates or tiles have gone, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a village or hamlet like Hacklinge, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. 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 is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Hacklinge (CT14)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Hacklinge
Is Hacklinge within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Hacklinge, take more of a battering?
It can do. Within about 3 miles of the sea, as Hacklinge is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Do you look in the loft space?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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Checking the roof from ground level
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It normally takes between one and two hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a small place like Hacklinge, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Tell us about parking before the day
Book a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.
Advice
Tips that help
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. They can damage the roof in high winds.
What affects the price in Hacklinge
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Basic, Standard or Premium
For a price for your roof in Hacklinge, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Leaks and storm damage in Hacklinge
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Hacklinge, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. 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. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Anyone responsible for a site like Worth Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. Homes near green spaces such as Betteshanger Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Hacklinge is about 2 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Wherever you are in Hacklinge, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
We work across CT14 for storm damage roof reports. That includes homes and businesses on Homemead Lane and Hacklinge Hill. We also cover the places around Hacklinge: Finglesham (1 mile south-west), Marley (1 mile south-west), Worth (1 mile north-west), Ham (1 mile west) and Felderland (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (12 miles west), Margate (10 miles north), Dover (8 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south-west), Ramsgate (7 miles north) and Broadstairs (9 miles north).
Local landmarks in Hacklinge
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Coach pub, Sandwich Technology School and Betteshanger Park and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Sandwich station, roughly 2 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Sandown Castle (2.1 miles east) and Deal Museum (2.3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Hacklinge?
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- New damp or leaks inside
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Lead lifted at abutments
For landlords with property near Sandwich station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Their insurance cover
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
Why it is worth a survey now in Hacklinge
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from the ground. That keeps a record of how it looked. For an older or listed building in a place like Hacklinge, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Photographs and a written report every time
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- An independent view of the roof
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.