Kent · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Kennington, Kent
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Kennington, with photos and a written report.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Storm damage roof report in Kennington: what you get
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Your policy document sets out its own definition. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. We record the damage and what seems to have caused it. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We survey chimney stacks, ridges and hips and gutters and fascias, and common reasons people get in touch are roofs hit by falling trees and gaps where slates or tiles have gone.
Houses in smaller places like Kennington can stand more in the open, 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 is a useful clue. Let us know when it happens when you get in touch. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Place
- Kennington (TN24, TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Wind, rain and roofs in Kennington
With Godinton House about 2.3 miles west, Kennington sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
Landlords with a home close to Ashford International station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. If you look after a building like Kennington Church of England Academy, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Kennington is about 2 miles north-east of Ashford, in Kent. Kennington is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. Canterbury is in our area too.
Here we cover the TN24 and TN25 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include Park Road, York Road and Ball Lane, all of which we cover. With the A28 close by, Kennington is easy for us to reach. Close by, we survey roofs in Bockhanger (1 mile south-west), Potters Corner (1 mile west), Boughton Lees (2 miles north), Godinton (2 miles south-west) and Willesborough (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Canterbury (12 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-east), Whitstable (14 miles north-east), Faversham (10 miles north) and Hythe (11 miles south-east).
Near you in Kennington
We work in homes and buildings around Towers School and Sixth Form Centre, Conningbrook Lakes Country Park and The Rose Inn. Kennington’s nearest station is Ashford International station, roughly 1.7 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find County Square (1.4 miles south-west) and William Harvey Hospital (2.1 miles south-east). Open spaces near Kennington include Hatch Park.
Why get it checked now?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is usually better. Blocked gutters on homes around Kennington overflow and soak walls. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book us in Kennington
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Photographs and a written report every time
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a smaller place like Kennington, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s 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 photos.
How to prepare
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
How to book
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
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Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Wind can lift the edges of flat roof coverings or tear them. We record any damage and where it is.
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails often fail first. We check whether slipped slates suggest storm damage, older wear or both.
Common questions in Kennington
Do you cover Kennington?
Yes, Kennington is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is Kennington within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not 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.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. We can record the damage in our report.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
How long will you be at the property?
Expect it to take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
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What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Roof area
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Kennington, phone 07833 053749 or email us. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Common roof problems in Kennington
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
Problems we come across often include:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Loose or torn flashings
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Trees in and around Conningbrook Lakes Country Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters.
Before you book anyone
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
Check the roof from ground level after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.