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Storm damage roof report in Hastingleigh, Kent
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Hastingleigh. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
Storm damage roof report in Hastingleigh
After a storm, it helps to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We are not loss adjusters, and we can’t say whether a claim will be paid. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. We survey chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are damage from fallen branches or debris and flat roof edges peeled back.
For a small place like Hastingleigh, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned in advance. It is useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Hastingleigh (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- How your policy defines a storm
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Hastingleigh
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
What we do, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes between one and two hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere like Hastingleigh needs a little journey planning: 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.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
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Checking the roof from ground level
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Hastingleigh
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Hastingleigh. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Common questions in Hastingleigh
Is my home in Hastingleigh listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover smaller places like Hastingleigh?
Yes. Hastingleigh is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Is this a RICS 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, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Do you look in the loft space?
Typically, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Storm damage roof reports around Hastingleigh
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. Take a building like Bodsham Church of England Primary School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. If you own a rental within reach of Wye station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Hastingleigh is about 6 miles east of Ashford, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Hastingleigh can all book storm damage roof reports. Hastingleigh is one of the places in Kent we cover. There’s also a page for Canterbury.
Here we cover the TN25 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. You will find streets like The Street, Becket's Close and Tamley Lane. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Folly Town (1 mile west), Hassell Street (1 mile north), Brook (2 miles west), Brabourne (2 miles south) and Bircholt Forstal (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (6 miles west), Canterbury (9 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles east), Folkestone (9 miles south-east), Whitstable (13 miles north) and Faversham (11 miles north-west).
Around Hastingleigh
Typical jobs here are in homes near Spong Wood and The Bowl Inn. Hastingleigh’s nearest station is Wye station, about 3.2 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include William Harvey Hospital (3.9 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Hatch Park.
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Slates can slip or blow off in a storm, particularly where the nails have corroded. Our report notes moved slates and any sign of older corrosion.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. We record any that have lifted, cracked or come away.
How we price storm damage roof reports
To price your survey, we look at:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Building height and the viewpoints available
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Getting in touch
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- When you need the report by
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- What kind of property and roof it is
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.