Kent · London and the South East
Harrietsham Storm Damage Roof Report
A careful look at the roof at your property in Harrietsham, with photographs and a written report.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Water coming in after the storm
How a storm damage roof report works in Harrietsham
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from ground level or from windows, and don’t climb onto the roof. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We’re frequently asked to look into stains appearing after strong winds and gutters pulled loose in the wind, across slate and tile slopes, gutters and fascias and flashings.
In older homes around places like Harrietsham, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Whether it’s long-term wear or recent damage makes a difference to what happens next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are often the first clues.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Place
- Harrietsham (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Harrietsham
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Harrietsham?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you come out to Harrietsham?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Only from ground level or from windows. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below and we will inspect the rest from safe positions.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Insurers normally exclude wear and tear. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. Your insurer decides the claim.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It depends on your policy. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Check your policy wording.
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, which you can pass to your insurer.
When you need someone else
It is useful to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Negotiating a claim settlement
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords and agents in Harrietsham book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Check your policy for how to report damage
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They can help show the roof was looked after.
Towns and villages near Harrietsham
Also in Harrietsham
The survey, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. A visit to Harrietsham is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Flashings around stacks can lift in strong winds. Loose flashings are recorded.
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. Damage is photographed and described.
Why act early in Harrietsham
If the damage is partly wear and tear, it’s better to know. We record storm damage and older defects, so there are no surprises later. Around Harrietsham, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, particularly where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Harrietsham
- Over 20 years’ experience
- An independent view of the roof
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- A written report with photos
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Harrietsham
About 2.2 miles west lies Leeds Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Harrietsham has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
Anyone responsible for a site like Harrietsham Church of England Primary School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. Living close to Kiln Wood is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. If you own a rental within reach of Harrietsham station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Harrietsham is about 7 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. Harrietsham gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at what can safely be seen, photographs and a clear written report. Across Kent, we cover Harrietsham. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in ME17 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Church Road, Station Road and Norris Walk. Close by, we survey roofs in Marley (1 mile east), Pollhill (1 mile west), Chegworth (1 mile west), Sandway (1 mile south-east) and Platt's Heath (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (7 miles west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north), Faversham (10 miles north-east), Minster (13 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (12 miles west).
Around Harrietsham
Around Harrietsham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Kiln Wood, The Lenham School and The Roebuck Public House, among other places. There’s a railway station in Harrietsham itself: Harrietsham station. Well-known places in the area include The Dog Collar Museum (2.1 miles west) and Leeds Castle (2.2 miles west).