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Storm Damage Roof Report in Hartlip
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Hartlip, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damaged gutters and fascias
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We note what we can see of how tiles are fixed.
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Storm damage roof report in Hartlip: what you get
High winds usually affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Falling branches can cause damage too. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. If you’ve noticed water coming in after the storm and loose or torn flashings, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
For a small place like Hartlip, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned in advance. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Hartlip (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Hartlip
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Hartlip and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Hartlip
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Hartlip, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Driving rain off the sea can be pushed into gaps that stay dry in calmer weather, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
If you look after a building such as Hartlip Endowed Church of England Primary School, a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside. Trees in and around Foxburrow Wood shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Michael, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Hartlip is about 3 miles south-east of Gillingham, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Hartlip, the roof can be surveyed. Our Kent coverage includes Hartlip. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of the ME9 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on The Street, Dane Close and Place Lane. Close by, we survey roofs in Lower Hartlip (1 mile east), Moor Street (1 mile north-west), Breach (1 mile north-east), Meresborough (1 mile west) and Newington (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (7 miles south-west), Sittingbourne (4 miles east), Gravesend (13 miles north-west), Faversham (11 miles east), Northfleet (14 miles north-west) and Minster (9 miles north-east).
What’s near Hartlip
We work in homes and buildings around Leigh Academy Rainham and Foxburrow Wood. For rail, the closest station is Newington station, about 1.3 miles east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Bayford Court (4.5 miles east) and Medway Maritime Hospital (4.8 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Detling Hill and Bishop Saltings.
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- How your policy defines a storm
- Areas we can’t see safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Hartlip
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
How it works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes an hour or two at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Hartlip often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Check pets are kept safely away
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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How we price storm damage roof reports
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The size of the roof
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is normally better. In a place like Hartlip, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
One thing that affects the price is 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.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Hartlip: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Hartlip is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Hartlip within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It varies by policy. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but check your own wording.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. If it is safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Hartlip?
Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Only from ground level or from windows. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. Binoculars can help you see damage from below and we will inspect the rest from safe positions.