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Storm Damage Roof Report in Lydd
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Lydd from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Stains appearing after strong winds
About our storm damage roof report in Lydd
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Falling branches can cause damage too. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. We survey flashings, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are damaged flat roof membrane and slipped or missing slates or tiles.
Around Lydd, chimneys on older homes are a common source of leaks, at the flashings, the pointing or the mortar round the pots. Damp on a chimney breast isn’t always rain from above, which is why it’s worth tracing properly. The stack, its flashings and the loft space beside it are all worth checking.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Lydd (TN29)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Lydd
Lydd lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Lydd Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If you live in an older home near All Saints Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Lydd is about 11 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. We provide storm damage roof reports for householders, landlords and businesses in Lydd and the surrounding area. Lydd is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for storm damage roof reports. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Storm damage roof reports in TN29 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Church Road, Station Road and High Street. Main roads around Lydd include the B2075, so getting to you is simple. Close by, we survey roofs in Lydd-on-Sea (2 miles east), Greatstone-on-Sea (3 miles north-east), Old Romney (3 miles north), New Romney (3 miles north-east) and Littlestone-on-Sea (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (13 miles north), Folkestone (15 miles north-east), Hythe (11 miles north-east), Tenterden (12 miles north-west), Cheriton (14 miles north-east) and Kennington (15 miles north).
What’s near Lydd
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Dolphin Hotel, among other places. A little further out are Lydd Town Museum (under half a mile south-west) and Romney 'castle' (2.9 miles north). For a walk, there’s Dungeness National and Burnthouse Pen.
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Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Lydd
Is the coastal weather around Lydd hard on roofs?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Is my home in Lydd listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when booking.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
How long does the survey take?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: 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.
What affects the price in Lydd
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- House, block, shop or office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
What we need to know
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Why get it checked now?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Acting quickly normally means less damage overall. Blocked gutters on homes around Lydd overflow and soak walls. It’s easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent view of the roof
- Over 20 years’ experience
See our cost guide or our case studies.
How the survey works
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take an hour or two for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. For a survey in Lydd, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it is safe.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Before the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
A missing tile lets rain reach the underlay. Each gap is recorded with a photo.
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
What this survey cannot tell you
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- The outcome of a claim
- How your policy defines a storm
- Negotiating a claim settlement
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Lydd
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings