Kent · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Lower Hardres, Kent
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Lower Hardres and the rest of Kent. We survey seven days a week.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
Tips that help
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. They can damage the roof in high winds.
Storm damage roof report in Lower Hardres: what you get
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there is access, and the roof itself where that is safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. If part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. If you are worried about damage from fallen branches or debris and damaged gutters and fascias, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on chimney stacks, flat roofs and ridges and hips alike.
Many homes in small places like Lower Hardres face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Lower Hardres (CT4)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Lower Hardres?
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
Common reasons to book include:
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Shop and office owners around Whitefriars Shopping Centre may find that a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- When you’ll get the report
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Edge trims and laps are frequently where flat roof coverings start to peel back. We look at whether the damage is recent or older.
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. We photograph and describe each one.
Also near Lower Hardres
Also in Lower Hardres
Leaks and storm damage in Lower Hardres
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. 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. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Landlords with a home close to Canterbury East station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Take a building like Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Lower Hardres is about 3 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. We visit Lower Hardres as part of our work across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Kent.
Storm damage roof reports in CT4 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Street End (1 mile north), Pett Bottom (1 mile south-east), Nackington (1 mile north), Upper Hardres (1 mile south) and Petham (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (11 miles south-west), Canterbury (3 miles north), Dover (12 miles south-east), Folkestone (11 miles south), Whitstable (8 miles north) and Deal (14 miles east).
Near you in Lower Hardres
We work in homes and buildings around The Duck pub, among other places. Lower Hardres’s nearest station is Canterbury East station, about 2.7 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Kent and Canterbury Hospital (2.2 miles north) and Whitefriars Shopping Centre (2.9 miles north). Not far away are Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Older rural homes like those around Lower Hardres can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- 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.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
When you need someone else
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Estimates of repair costs
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
Leave it or get it looked at?
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from the ground if it is safe. That keeps a record of how it looked. In a small place like Lower Hardres, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we can help you choose.
Why book with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Surveys seven days a week
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
Lower Hardres: your questions answered
Is my home in Lower Hardres listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Lower Hardres?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Lower Hardres is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We are not loss adjusters, and we do not negotiate claims. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
Do you look in the loft space?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
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. Your policy document will say.