Kent · London and the South East
Larkfield Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Larkfield, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
When to book a survey in Larkfield
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. The decision still rests with the insurer.
Common reasons to book include:
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Loose or torn flashings
- Roofs hit by falling trees
Anyone responsible for a site like Brookfield Junior School will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Their insurance cover
- What the survey will not cover
About our storm damage roof report in Larkfield
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it’s safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. You get a written report with photos to give to your insurer. If you’re worried about damage from fallen branches or debris and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Many homes in small places like Larkfield face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Larkfield (ME20, ME19)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
After strong winds, we often see cracked and slipped slates. Each area is photographed and described.
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. We record any damage and where it is.
FAQs for Larkfield
Is Larkfield in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and Larkfield is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the property.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Larkfield?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We are not loss adjusters and do not act for you with the insurer. We provide an independent record of the roof for you to send to your insurer.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it is safe, photograph the damage before it’s covered. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
What this survey can’t tell you
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Areas we cannot see safely
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
Storm damage roof reports in Larkfield: local notes
Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. The wider area around Larkfield has a long history of building, with Starkey Castle about 4.3 miles north. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near Church of the Holy Trinity, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. Trees in and around Leybourne Lakes Country Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Larkfield is about 4 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Wherever you are in Larkfield, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across Kent.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: ME20 and ME19. That includes homes and businesses on Martin Square, London Road and New Hythe Lane. We also cover the places around Larkfield: Lunsford (1 mile north), Leybourne (1 mile west), New Hythe (1 mile north-east), Birling (2 miles north-west) and Snodland (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (4 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west) and Gravesend (9 miles north).
Near you in Larkfield
In Larkfield, that means homes and buildings near The Malling School, The Malling School and Leybourne Lakes Country Park, among other places. For rail, the closest station is New Hythe station, about 1 mile north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Fremlin Walk (3.9 miles south-east) and Leybourne Castle (0.9 miles west). The countryside around Larkfield includes Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
Other services in Larkfield
Surveys for landlords and agents in Larkfield
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
Before and after the survey
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. You will have your own independent record to refer to.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
How the survey works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere as small as Larkfield, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Before the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Tell us about parking before the day
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.