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Storm damage roof report in Hartley, Kent
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Storm damage roof reports in Hartley.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Broken or displaced guttering
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Storm damage roof report in Hartley: 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 can’t be seen, the report says so. You get a photo-illustrated written report to give to your insurer. If you’re worried about loose or broken chimney pots and cowls and gutters pulled loose in the wind, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs, gutters and fascias and chimney stacks alike.
Somewhere as small as Hartley, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. We check what can be seen safely and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Hartley (TN17)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Hartley
Landlords, agents and building managers in Hartley and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Also in Hartley
Storm damage roof reports in Hartley: local notes
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. About 4.4 miles west lies Scotney Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Hartley 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.
If you live near a park like Crane Valley, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as High Weald Academy, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Hartley is about 8 miles south-east of Paddock Wood, in Kent. Hartley gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Every address in TN17 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Hartley Road, Campion Crescent and Hartley Court Gardens or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Swattenden (1 mile east), Cranbrook (1 mile north-east), Baker's Cross (2 miles north-east), Gill's Green (2 miles south) and Beal's Green (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (13 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles west), Tonbridge (13 miles north-west), Kings Hill (14 miles north), Foley Park (14 miles north) and Paddock Wood (8 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Hartley
We work in homes and buildings around Crane Valley, among other places. A little further out are Benenden Hospital (4.7 miles east) and Sissinghurst Castle (3.8 miles north-east).
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Common questions in Hartley
How do I find out if my home in Hartley is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Hartley?
Yes, Hartley is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
There’s no single figure. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Your policy document will say.
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
What happens on the day
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Rural addresses near Hartley can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photos.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
What affects the price in Hartley
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The roof’s overall size
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Helping us price your survey
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Hartley, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles without fixings can move more easily in wind. We note what we can see of how tiles are fixed.
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails frequently fail first. The report records whether slipped slates look like storm damage or older wear.