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Storm damage roof report in Leysdown-on-Sea, Kent
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a storm damage roof report in Leysdown-on-Sea and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Questions from Leysdown-on-Sea
Will you come out to Leysdown-on-Sea?
Yes. Leysdown-on-Sea is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Leysdown-on-Sea, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. The written report follows by email.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. We record the damage, with photos and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below and we’ll inspect the rest from safe positions.
Storm damage roof report in Leysdown-on-Sea: what you get
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We are not loss adjusters, and we can’t tell you whether a claim will succeed. We’re frequently asked to look into lead lifted at abutments and gaps where slates or tiles have gone, on chimney stacks, flat roofs and ridges and hips.
Somewhere as small as Leysdown-on-Sea, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We check whatever is safely visible and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Where
- Leysdown-on-Sea (ME12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Leysdown-on-Sea
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. The report shows each damaged area.
Chimney stacks
Older stacks with worn pointing or cracked flaunching are more likely to suffer. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Storm damage roof reports around Leysdown-on-Sea
Leysdown-on-Sea is within about 1 mile of the coast, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
For properties in and around Leysdown-on-Sea, we look at what can safely be seen and explain what we find. Around Leysdown-on-Sea, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in.
Leysdown-on-Sea is about 5 miles east of Minster, in Kent. If you are in Leysdown-on-Sea, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Kent. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
All of ME12 is covered for storm damage roof reports. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Nutts Avenue, Manor Way and The Promenade and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Leysdown-on-Sea, we cover Seasalter (5 miles south-east), Broom Street (5 miles south), Graveney (5 miles south), Culmers (5 miles south) and Waterham (5 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (9 miles south-west), Whitstable (6 miles south-east), Faversham (6 miles south), Herne Bay (9 miles east) and Minster (5 miles west).
What we cannot see
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- How your policy defines a storm
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
Once we have been, the findings are written up with photos. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
How it works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos, emailed to you. As for time on site, it typically takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Somewhere like Leysdown-on-Sea needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Leave side gates unlocked
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What affects the price in Leysdown-on-Sea
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How big the roof is
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
What to let us know when you contact us
We’ll usually ask about:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The property’s address and postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.