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Storm damage roof report in Kearsney, Kent
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Storm damage roof reports in Kearsney, with photos and a clear written report.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Roofs hit by falling trees
How a storm damage roof report works in Kearsney
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there’s access, and the roof itself where that’s safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. We survey slate and tile slopes, ridges and hips and gutters and fascias, and common reasons people get in touch are flat roof edges peeled back and lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles.
Around Kearsney, chimneys on older homes are a common source of leaks, at the flashings, the pointing or the mortar round the pots. Damp in a chimney breast can have more than one cause, so it isn’t always obvious where it starts. It is worth looking at the stack from outside and at the timbers beside it in the loft.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Kearsney (CT16, CT17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Kearsney
Kearsney is within about 3 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Take an older house close to Church of St Peter and St Paul: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. If you let a flat or house near Kearsney station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Kearsney is about 1 mile north-west of Dover, in Kent. We survey roofs in Kearsney and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Kent coverage includes Kearsney and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Every address in CT16 and CT17 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Park Road, Lower Road and The Avenue or a nearby road, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Temple Ewell (1 mile north), River (1 mile south-east), Whitfield (1 mile north-east), Wolverton (1 mile west) and Dover (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (12 miles north-west), Folkestone (6 miles south-west), Ramsgate (15 miles north-east), Deal (7 miles north-east), Hythe (10 miles south-west) and Walmer (7 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Kearsney
In Kearsney, that means homes and buildings near Royal Oak Cottage The Royal Oak Public House, Old Park Hill and Dover Christ Church Academy and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Kearsney itself: Kearsney station. Nearby you will also find Crabble Corn Mill (0.7 miles south-east) and Dover Castle (2.7 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Dover Western Heights.
Also in Kearsney
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Kearsney?
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Temple Ewell Church of England Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their track record with similar roofs
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a smaller place like Kearsney, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest.
- You let us know 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.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Getting ready for the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Keep pets in another room
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or email us, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Can I check my roof myself?
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What this survey cannot tell you
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- How your policy defines a storm
- Negotiating a claim settlement
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. Each area is photographed and described.
Questions from Kearsney
How do I find out if my home in Kearsney is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is the coastal weather around Kearsney hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Kearsney is within about 3 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our reports start from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. Repair costs are not part of the report.
What do I do if water is coming in?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. We can record the damage in our report.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
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.