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Storm damage roof report in Kingsnorth, Medway
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Kingsnorth and the rest of Medway. We survey on any day of the week.
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Roof by roof
Flat roof coverings
Edge trims and laps are often where flat roof coverings start to peel back. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.
Ridge and hip tiles
The ridge and hips are among the most exposed parts of a roof. We record any that have lifted, cracked or come away.
Storm damage roof report in Kingsnorth: what you get
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Check your own policy wording. We do not decide whether a storm met that test. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. The report includes photos of each area of damage, and you decide what to send. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. If you are worried about ridge tiles that have come loose and damaged flat roof membrane, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on ridges and hips, flat roofs and flashings alike.
Being in a small place like Kingsnorth makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Kingsnorth (ME3)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Acting quickly usually means less damage overall. For an older or listed building in a place like Kingsnorth, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Kingsnorth
- Over 20 years’ experience
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Prices that include VAT
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Also near Kingsnorth
More services for Kingsnorth
Wind, rain and roofs in Kingsnorth
Kingsnorth is within about 1 mile of the coast, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies, and the insurer decides the claim. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Landlords with a home close to Gillingham (Kent) station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Kingsnorth is about 4 miles north of Gillingham, in Medway. We carry out storm damage roof reports for householders, landlords and businesses in Kingsnorth and the surrounding area. Kingsnorth is one of the places in Medway where we work for storm damage roof reports. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Here we cover the ME3 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include Jetty Road and Jacob's Lane, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Tunbridge Hill (1 mile north), Sharnal Street (1 mile north-west), Fenn Street (1 mile north-west), Hoo St Werburgh (2 miles west) and High Halstow (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Gillingham (4 miles south), Chatham (6 miles south-west), Rochester (5 miles south-west), Rainham (5 miles south), Strood (6 miles south-west) and Luton (5 miles south-west).
Near you in Kingsnorth
The closest station to Kingsnorth is Gillingham (Kent) station, roughly 3.6 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Medway Maritime Hospital (4.2 miles south-west) and Upnor Castle (3.5 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Bishop Saltings.
Common roof problems in Kingsnorth
Gusts work at anything on a roof that is loose or exposed. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. People normally call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- New damp or leaks inside
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as The Hundred of Hoo Academy, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Before you book anyone
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What the survey will not cover
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Common questions in Kingsnorth
Is my home in Kingsnorth 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.
Is Kingsnorth within the area you cover?
Yes, Kingsnorth is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
How do I book a survey in Kingsnorth?
Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Start by complaining to the insurer. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that does not resolve it. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
It depends on your policy. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
Only your insurer can decide that. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- The outcome of a claim
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Around Kingsnorth, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.