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Storm damage roof report in Leadingcross Green, Kent
A careful look at the roof at your property in Leadingcross Green, with photographs and a written report.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
How a storm damage roof report works in Leadingcross Green
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Photograph the damage from the ground or a window, and never climb up. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. We survey flashings, chimney stacks and flat roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are damaged flat roof membrane and lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles.
In a village or hamlet like Leadingcross Green, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- Leadingcross Green (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- How your policy defines a storm
- Areas we can’t see safely
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
Towns and villages near Leadingcross Green
What else we do in Leadingcross Green
Leadingcross Green: your questions answered
Will you come out to Leadingcross Green?
Yes. Leadingcross Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Is my home in Leadingcross Green listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The written report follows by email.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. With binoculars, you can see a lot from ground level and we will inspect the rest from safe positions.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. Our report then records the roof.
Roof by roof
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.
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos. On timing, most surveys take between one and two hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Older roofs in small places like Leadingcross Green can have low, tight loft 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.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there’s access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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How we price storm damage roof reports
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What kind of property and roof it is
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Leadingcross Green, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Leadingcross Green?
Roofs that were already worn are more likely to suffer in a storm. Nail fatigue, eroded ridge mortar and tired flashings can all fail in high winds. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Loose or torn flashings
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Broken or displaced guttering
For landlords with property near Lenham station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Before you book anyone
- What insurance they carry
- What the survey won’t cover
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How long the report takes to arrive
Leadingcross Green roofs and the weather
About 3.6 miles west lies Leeds Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Leadingcross Green has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. 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. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
For an older house near a landmark like St Mary's Church, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. Anyone responsible for a site like Lenham Primary School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Leadingcross Green is about 8 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We survey roofs in Leadingcross Green and the rest of Kent. Leadingcross Green is one of the places in Kent we cover. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: ME17. Whether your property is on Headcorn Road and Boughton Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Lenham (1 mile north), Lenham Forstal (2 miles south-east), Woodside Green (2 miles north-east), West Street (2 miles north-east) and Lenham Heath (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (8 miles west), Ashford (9 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (8 miles north), Faversham (10 miles north-east), Minster (14 miles north) and Kings Hill (13 miles west).
Landmarks near Leadingcross Green
In Leadingcross Green, that means homes and buildings near Wishful Thinker pub, Kiln Wood and The Lenham School. There is a railway station in Leadingcross Green itself: Lenham station. Nearby you will also find Coldbridge Castle (2.3 miles south) and The Dog Collar Museum (3.5 miles west).