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Storm Damage Roof Report in Keycol
Need a storm damage roof report in Keycol? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Wind, rain and roofs in Keycol
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Keycol, where storms can bring strong gusts off the sea. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Borden 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 Newington station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Keycol is about 2 miles west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Keycol is one of many places we visit across Kent. Keycol is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for storm damage roof reports. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Storm damage roof reports in ME9 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as Rooks View, Hill Farm View and Rook Lane. We also cover the places around Keycol: Bobbing (1 mile east), Chestnut Street (1 mile south), Newington (1 mile west), Danaway (1 mile south-west) and Oad Street (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (9 miles south-west), Gravesend (15 miles north-west), Whitstable (15 miles east), Faversham (9 miles east), Minster (7 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (13 miles south-west).
What’s near Keycol
Around Keycol, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Westlands School and George Inn, among other places. The nearest railway station is Newington station, about 1.1 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Court Hall Museum (1.8 miles east) and Bayford Court (2.3 miles east).
How a storm damage roof report works in Keycol
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Falling branches can cause damage too. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. We survey ridges and hips, gutters and fascias and slate and tile slopes, and people most frequently book us about cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and damaged gutters and fascias.
Being in a small place like Keycol makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Place
- Keycol (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in Keycol
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. We record the damage and where it is, backed up with photos.
Common reasons to book include:
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Bartholomew, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. It’s your record to use.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They can help show the roof was looked after.
Why act early in Keycol
Leaving storm damage can let water into the roof space and rooms below. Further water damage can blur what the storm actually did. Emergency temporary protection should be arranged with a roofer. Older and listed buildings around Keycol may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why us?
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Keycol: your questions answered
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Keycol?
Often, yes. Keycol 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.
Is my home in Keycol listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Stay off the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Insurers typically exclude wear and tear. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. Your insurer decides the claim.
What else we do in Keycol
Surveys for landlords and agents in Keycol
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. If you have questions on the day, just ask. For a village or hamlet like Keycol, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Book a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or email us.