Kent · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Harbledown
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Harbledown. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
Wind, rain and roofs in Harbledown
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Shop and office owners around Whitefriars Shopping Centre may find that a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Harbledown, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition.
Harbledown is about 1 mile west of Canterbury, in Kent. We provide storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Harbledown and nearby. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
We work across the CT2 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include Lanfranc Gardens, Mill Lane and Church Hill. Close by, we survey roofs in Rough Common (1 mile north-west), Wincheap (1 mile south-east), Thanington (1 mile south), Upper Harbledown (1 mile west) and Canterbury (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (13 miles south-west), Dover (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles west), Folkestone (14 miles south), Whitstable (5 miles north) and Deal (15 miles east).
Landmarks near Harbledown
We work in homes and buildings around Whitehall Meadows, St Edmund's School and The Monument Inn and the streets around them. Also close by are St Thomas of Canterbury Church (1.2 miles east) and The Canterbury Academy (within half a mile south-east). The closest station to Harbledown is Canterbury West station, roughly 0.8 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (0.9 miles east) and Sidney Cooper Museum (0.9 miles east). For a walk, there’s Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Storm damage roof report in Harbledown
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Your policy document sets out its own definition. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We survey chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias, and common reasons people get in touch are slipped or missing slates or tiles and gutters pulled loose in the wind.
Many homes in small places like Harbledown face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Harbledown (CT2)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Harbledown
It is useful to get a record soon after the storm, while the damage is fresh. Later weather and temporary repairs can make it harder to see what happened. Older and listed buildings around Harbledown may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Harbledown
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Landlord and commercial surveys in Harbledown
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
What affects the price in Harbledown
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Height and safe access
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
What to tell us when you contact us
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- When you need the report by
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- What’s prompted the survey
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Questions from Harbledown
How do I find out if my home in Harbledown is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover smaller places like Harbledown?
Yes. Harbledown is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
What’s the best way to book?
It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we will take it from there. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Only from the ground or from windows. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground and we’ll inspect the rest from safe positions.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. Our report then records the roof.
What we are asked to look at in Harbledown
Roofs that were already worn are more likely to suffer in a storm. Corroded nails on slate roofs, worn mortar on ridges and old flashings can all give way. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- New damp or leaks inside
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Anyone responsible for a site like The Canterbury 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.
What to check before booking
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Older stacks with worn pointing or cracked flaunching are more likely to suffer. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. We record which are loose or damaged.
Nearby places to Harbledown
What else we do in Harbledown
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take an hour or two for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. For a village or hamlet like Harbledown, the journey is planned ahead of time: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Before the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.