Kent · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Hollingbourne, Kent
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Hollingbourne, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Loose or torn flashings
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
Hollingbourne roofs and the weather
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. Historic houses like Leeds Castle, about 1.3 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Hollingbourne goes. 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 the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints Church, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. For landlords with property near Hollingbourne station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Anyone responsible for a site like Hollingbourne Primary School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Hollingbourne is about 5 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. Hollingbourne gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Hollingbourne is one of the places in Kent we cover for storm damage roof reports.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: ME17. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Upper Street, Pilgrims Way and Hollingbourne Hill or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Eyhorne Street (1 mile south-west), Broad Street (1 mile north-west), Chegworth (2 miles south), Ashbank (2 miles south-west) and Broomfield (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (5 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north-east), Faversham (11 miles east), Minster (13 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (10 miles west).
Landmarks near Hollingbourne
In Hollingbourne, that means homes and buildings near Glyder House Sugar Loaves Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Hollingbourne station, roughly 0.6 miles west. A little further out are Laundry Museum (0.9 miles south-west) and Leeds Castle (1.3 miles south-west). Open spaces near Hollingbourne include Detling Hill.
Storm damage roof report in Hollingbourne: what you get
Our storm damage report gives you an independent, written record of how a storm has affected your roof. It sets out what is damaged, with photos, and what we think the likely cause is. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We’re not loss adjusters, and we cannot tell you whether a claim will succeed. If you’ve noticed holes or cracks caused by debris and lead lifted at abutments, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Hollingbourne, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. We look at whatever is safely visible 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.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Hollingbourne (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Older roofs in small places like Hollingbourne can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. We record any damage we can see.
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. We record what we find.
Questions from Hollingbourne
How do I find out if my home in Hollingbourne is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Hollingbourne?
Yes, Hollingbourne is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it’s covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our reports start from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. Repair costs are not part of the report.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
Only your insurer can decide that. We record the damage, with photos and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Acting for you with the insurer
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
What happens if roof problems are left?
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, so you’re not relying only on your own photos. Older and listed buildings around Hollingbourne may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
Why book with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
Towns and villages near Hollingbourne
What else we do in Hollingbourne
Landlord and commercial surveys in Hollingbourne
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
DIY checks: what’s safe
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.