Kent · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Headcorn
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Headcorn. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Water coming in after the storm
How a storm damage roof report works in Headcorn
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. If you’re worried about stains appearing after strong winds and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Headcorn, some roofs face open ground, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that’s a useful clue. It helps to know when and where the water appears. Gutters and downpipes on the exposed side are worth a look as well.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Headcorn (TN27)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. You will have your own independent record to refer to.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
Towns and villages near Headcorn
What else we do in Headcorn
How it works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Headcorn, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Older stacks with worn pointing or cracked flaunching are more likely to suffer. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Headcorn roofs and the weather
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand.
Take a building like Headcorn Primary School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. If you own a rental within reach of Headcorn station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Headcorn is about 8 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Headcorn is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Kent. Maidstone is in our area too.
Here we cover the TN27 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. That includes homes and businesses on Station Road, High Street and Knight's Way and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Headcorn, we cover Hearnden Green (1 mile north-west), Southernden (2 miles north-east), Swift's Green (2 miles east), Lashenden (2 miles south) and Smarden Bell (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (8 miles north-west), Ashford (11 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north), Tonbridge (15 miles west), Faversham (15 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (12 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Headcorn
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Kings Arms Inn And Shop Adjoining To Right and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Headcorn itself: Headcorn station. Well-known places in the area include Sutton Valence Castle (3.2 miles north-west) and Benenden Hospital (5.8 miles south).
Common questions in Headcorn
Is Headcorn in the area you cover?
Yes, Headcorn is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
Is Headcorn within the area you cover?
Yes, Headcorn is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We’re not loss adjusters, and we don’t negotiate claims. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.
Will you check the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. It does not include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for those.
When to book a survey in Headcorn
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. An independent report gives you another view of the roof. What happens next is up to the insurer.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
For an older house near a landmark like St Peter's and St Paul's Church, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What they will not be able to tell you
- How long the report takes to arrive
What happens if roof problems are left?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Acting quickly typically means less damage overall. With lower homes, common in places like Headcorn, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 98% customer satisfaction
For landlords and managing agents
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.