Kent · London and the South East
Leigh Green Storm Damage Roof Report
A careful look at the roof at your property in Leigh Green, with photographs and a written report.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Lead lifted at abutments
How a storm damage roof report works in Leigh Green
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from the ground, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it is safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. We survey ridges and hips, flat roofs and gutters and fascias, and people most frequently book us about water coming in after the storm and slates and tiles blown off the roof.
Many homes in small places like Leigh Green face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Leigh Green (TN30)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Leigh Green
Is Leigh Green in the area you cover?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Leigh Green is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Leigh Green?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Start by complaining to the insurer. If it isn’t resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
How do I book a survey in Leigh Green?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we will recommend the right survey. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll explain what’s needed.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
It varies by policy. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
For landlords and managing agents
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Letting agents and landlords in Leigh Green book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older roofs in small places like Leigh Green can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Before we arrive
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Arrange a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Do you need a storm damage roof report in Leigh Green?
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Roofs hit by falling trees
If you live near a park such as Turners Field, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
What to check before booking
- How soon the report will arrive
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What experience they bring
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. We record any that have lifted, cracked or come away.
Clay and concrete tiles
A missing tile lets rain reach the underlay. We photograph each gap.
Leigh Green roofs and the weather
Smallhythe Place, about 1.9 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Leigh Green. 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. 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 will 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.
If you look after a building such as Tenterden Church of England Junior School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Leigh Green, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use.
Leigh Green is about 8 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. If you’re in Leigh Green, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Leigh Green is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Here we cover the TN30 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Reading Street (2 miles south-east), Brook Street (2 miles east), Stone Corner (3 miles south), Woodchurch (3 miles east) and Brattle (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (8 miles north-east), Park Wood (14 miles north-west), Kennington (10 miles north-east), New Romney (11 miles south-east), Staplehurst (10 miles north-west) and Stanhope (8 miles north-east).
What’s near Leigh Green
In Leigh Green, that means homes and buildings near Turners Field and Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 5 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Benenden Hospital (4.5 miles west) and Tenterden and District Museum (1.3 miles west).
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.