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Storm Damage Roof Report in Hernhill
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Hernhill and the rest of Kent. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
What we can’t see
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Hernhill
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
How a storm damage roof report works in Hernhill
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. It’s yours to pass to your insurer. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We are not loss adjusters and can’t say whether a claim will be paid. We survey ridges and hips, gutters and fascias and flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are holes or cracks caused by debris and damaged flat roof membrane.
Roofs in small places like Hernhill frequently 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.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Hernhill (ME13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes an hour or two at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere as small as Hernhill, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
Booking a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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How we price storm damage roof reports
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
For a price for your roof in Hernhill, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
These details help when you contact us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Hernhill, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Wind, rain and roofs in Hernhill
Hernhill lies within about 3 miles of the sea, where storms can bring strong gusts off the sea. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, often gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Michael, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Hernhill Church of England Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. Landlords with a home close to Selling station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Hernhill is about 3 miles east of Faversham, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Hernhill, we can survey the roof. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Canterbury is in our area too.
Storm damage roof reports in ME13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Close by, we survey roofs in Slutshole (1 mile south-west), Staplestreet (1 mile south-west), Dargate (1 mile north-east), Culmers (1 mile north-west) and Goodnestone (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (6 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles west), Whitstable (4 miles north-east), Faversham (3 miles west) and Herne Bay (8 miles north-east).
What’s near Hernhill
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Red Lion pub and Mount Ephraim Gardens, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Selling station, about 2.3 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Chilham Castle (4.5 miles south) and Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (5.3 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Hernhill questions
Do you cover smaller places like Hernhill?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is my home in Hernhill listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect what can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it’s safe and by drone where it applies. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes about one to two hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. We’ll confirm the timing when booking.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Hernhill
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Old flashings that were already loose can give way in a storm. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. We record any damage and where it is.