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Storm damage roof report in Lenham, Kent
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Storm damage roof reports in Lenham.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Lenham
High winds usually affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. 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. If you’re worried about loose or torn flashings and damaged flat roof membrane, we can find out what’s behind it.
In older homes around places like Lenham, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Whether it’s long-term wear or recent damage makes a difference to what happens next. Wet battens and insulation in the loft are often the first clue.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- Lenham (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports in Lenham: local notes
The wider area around Lenham has a long history of building, with Leeds Castle about 3.6 miles west. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung 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 live near a park such as Kiln Wood, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. For an older house near a landmark like St Mary's Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Lenham Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Lenham is about 7 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Lenham and nearby. Our Kent coverage includes Lenham and the places around it. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: ME17. Whether your property is on High Street, Mitchell Close and Hatch Road or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover Leadingcross Green (1 mile south), Woodside Green (1 mile north-east), West Street (1 mile north-east), Lenham Forstal (2 miles south-east) and Lenham Heath (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (8 miles west), Ashford (9 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north), Faversham (9 miles north-east), Minster (13 miles north) and Kings Hill (13 miles west).
Local landmarks in Lenham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Kiln Wood, The Red Lion pub and The Lenham School, among other places. There’s a railway station in Lenham itself: Lenham station. Well-known places in the area include Coldbridge Castle (2.7 miles south) and The Dog Collar Museum (3.6 miles west).
For landlords and managing agents
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
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.
Why act early in Lenham
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. Our report can then add a clear record. Around Lenham, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. It’s easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Why us?
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Every finding written up with photos
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Parking around Lenham is normally easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
After strong winds, we often see cracked and slipped slates. We photograph and describe each one.
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. We look at whether the damage is recent or older.
What you can safely check yourself
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
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What else we do in Lenham
Lenham: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Lenham?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lenham?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We are not loss adjusters and don’t act for you with the insurer. We provide an independent record of the roof for you to send to your insurer.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. We can record the damage in our report.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll explain what’s needed.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. It does not include repair costs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for those.
What this survey can’t tell you
It helps to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings