Kent · London and the South East
Leybourne Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Leybourne, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Loose or torn flashings
- Damaged flat roof membrane
Common questions in Leybourne
How do I find out if my home in Leybourne is listed?
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.
Do you cover Leybourne?
Yes, Leybourne is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It depends on your policy. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Check your policy wording.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Please do not climb onto the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We’re not loss adjusters, and we do not negotiate claims. We provide an independent record of the roof for you to send to your insurer.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so it’s clear what we found. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
About our storm damage roof report in Leybourne
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We give an honest view of what we see. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. We survey slate and tile slopes, gutters and fascias and flashings, and common reasons people get in touch are damaged gutters and fascias and new damp or leaks inside.
Many homes in small places like Leybourne face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Leybourne (ME19, ME20)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Leybourne
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, so you are not relying only on your own photos. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Why book with us
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- 20+ years’ experience
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Also in Leybourne
Storm damage roof reports around Leybourne
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. 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. About 4.5 miles north lies Starkey Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Leybourne has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For hotels and guest houses around Leybourne, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest. Anyone responsible for a site like Lunsford Primary School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Leybourne is about 5 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Bookings from Leybourne are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
Every address in ME19 and ME20 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include London Road, Oxley Shaw Lane and Redbank, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Larkfield (1 mile east), Lunsford (1 mile north-east), New Hythe (1 mile north-east), Birling (1 mile north-west) and Snodland (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (5 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles east), Dartford (13 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (10 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-west) and Gravesend (9 miles north).
What’s near Leybourne
In Leybourne, that means homes and buildings near The Malling School, Leybourne Lakes Country Park and The Malling School, among other places. Leybourne’s nearest station is West Malling station, about 0.7 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Leybourne Castle (within half a mile north-west) and Coldrum Long Barrow (2.7 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
When you need someone else
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- The outcome of a claim
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Leybourne
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
When to book a survey in Leybourne
Others book after an insurer has queried a claim. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. We cannot say whether the decision will change.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Water coming in after the storm
- Lead lifted at abutments
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Questions to ask before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Their track record with similar roofs
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a photo-illustrated written report, sent to you by email. As for time on site, most surveys take between one and two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a small place like Leybourne, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Arrange a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- House, block, shop or office
- Height and safe access
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
For a price for your roof in Leybourne, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Anything about access we should know
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- What kind of property and roof it is
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or email us. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.