Kent · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Hawkenbury, Kent
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Hawkenbury, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
Useful tips for Hawkenbury property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
Check the roof from ground level after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Don’t go up a ladder to look.
About our storm damage roof report in Hawkenbury
Our storm damage report gives you an independent, written record of how a storm has affected your roof. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We aren’t loss adjusters and can’t say whether a claim will be paid. Typical surveys look at flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and flat roof edges peeled back, on ridges and hips, flashings and chimney stacks.
Roofs in small places like Hawkenbury often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Place
- Hawkenbury (TN12)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is typically better. Older cottages and farmhouses around Hawkenbury can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why us?
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Surveys seven days a week
- An independent look at the roof
- Over 20 years’ experience
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Common questions in Hawkenbury
Is Hawkenbury within the area you cover?
Yes. Hawkenbury is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Is Hawkenbury in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How long is the visit?
It typically takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. The report follows by email.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Only from the ground 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 you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We are not loss adjusters and don’t act for you with the insurer. We provide an independent record of the roof for you to send to your insurer.
What if the roof was already worn?
Insurers usually exclude wear and tear. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. Your insurer decides the claim.
What this survey cannot 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:
- Estimates of repair costs
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Negotiating a claim settlement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
What we do, step by step
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Hawkenbury often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there’s access.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Leave side gates unlocked
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or email us, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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Storm damage roof reports around Hawkenbury
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. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. 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 is detailed.
In and around Hawkenbury, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early. If you let a flat or house near Staplehurst station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Hawkenbury is about 7 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Hawkenbury is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Kent coverage includes Hawkenbury. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
All of TN12 is covered for storm damage roof reports. We also cover the places around Hawkenbury: Farthing Green (1 mile north-east), Devil's Den (1 mile north), Staplehurst (1 mile south-west), Cross-at-Hand (2 miles north-west) and Sinkhurst Green (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (7 miles north), Ashford (13 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles west), Tonbridge (13 miles west) and Kings Hill (10 miles north-west).
Around Hawkenbury
For rail, the closest station is Staplehurst station, roughly 1.3 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find Brattle Farm Museum (2.4 miles south-west) and Sutton Valence Castle (2.6 miles north).
Places near Hawkenbury
What else we do in Hawkenbury
What we look for on each type of roof
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.
Flat roof coverings
Edge trims and laps are often where flat roof coverings start to peel back. We look at whether the damage is recent or older.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Hawkenbury
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.