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Hemsted Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Hemsted and the rest of Kent. We survey seven days a week.
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Lead lifted at abutments
Common roof problems in Hemsted
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. We record the damage and where it is, with photos.
We are often asked to look at:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
If you let a flat or house near Westenhanger station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Which limits apply to the survey
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What happens after the report arrives
About our storm damage roof report in Hemsted
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We give an honest view of what we see. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. We survey gutters and fascias, flat roofs and ridges and hips, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are torn or lifted flat roof coverings and stains appearing after strong winds.
In a village or hamlet like Hemsted, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. We look at 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.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Location
- Hemsted (CT18)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles without fixings can move more easily in wind. We record what we can see of the fixings.
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. We photograph and describe each one.
When you need someone else
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- How your policy defines a storm
- The outcome of a claim
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
Nearby places to Hemsted
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Hemsted questions
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Hemsted, take more of a battering?
Frequently, yes. Hemsted is within about 5 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hemsted?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when you book.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when booking.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Do you work in Hemsted?
Yes, we do. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Hemsted, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Older roofs in small places like Hemsted can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
How to prepare
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
Advice
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Hemsted
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Height and safe access
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
Getting in touch
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Check how your policy defines a storm
If you’re unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. If that does not resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
Check the roof from ground level after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Do not go up a ladder to look.
Wind, rain and roofs in Hemsted
Hemsted is within about 5 miles of the coast, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. About 3.1 miles south lies Westenhanger Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Hemsted has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. Anyone responsible for a site like Stowting Church of England Primary School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Hemsted is about 5 miles north of Hythe, in Kent. Hemsted is one of many places we visit across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Hemsted is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for storm damage roof reports. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: CT18. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Woodland (1 mile south-east), Skeete (1 mile south), Stowting (1 mile west), Rhodes Minnis (1 mile north-east) and Stowting Common (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (8 miles west), Canterbury (10 miles north), Dover (11 miles east), Folkestone (6 miles south-east), Whitstable (15 miles north) and Faversham (14 miles north-west).
What’s near Hemsted
The closest station to Hemsted is Westenhanger station, roughly 2.9 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Saltwood Castle (4 miles south) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (3.7 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Hatch Park and Tolsford Hill.