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Storm damage roof report in Lydden, Kent
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Lydden, with photos and a clear written report.
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Flat roof edges peeled back
About our storm damage roof report in Lydden
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there’s access, and the roof itself where that’s safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. Common reasons to book are slates and tiles blown off the roof and gutters pulled loose in the wind, across ridges and hips, flat roofs and gutters and fascias.
Many homes in small places like Lydden 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 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. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Lydden (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
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The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about 1–2 hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. In a hamlet or village like Lydden, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- 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
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Strong gusts can lift and break tiles. The report shows each damaged area.
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. We look at whether the damage is recent or older.
Questions from Lydden
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lydden?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you come out to Lydden?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Only from ground level or from windows. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we will record the rest.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
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.
Common roof problems in Lydden
Insurers often want evidence of what has been damaged and why. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. The decision still rests with the insurer.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Loose or torn flashings
- Broken or displaced guttering
Anyone responsible for a site like Lydden Primary School will know that a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Questions to ask before you book
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Will the report include photos?
- Are they insured for the work?
- How soon the report will arrive
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. It’s your record to use.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
How we price storm damage roof reports
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- House, block, shop or office
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Lydden roofs and the weather
Lydden is within about 4 miles of the coast, where storms can bring strong gusts off the sea. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies, and the insurer decides the claim. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask.
Homes near green spaces such as Sladden Wood can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. If you let a flat or house near Kearsney station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Lydden is about 3 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. We provide storm damage roof reports for householders, landlords and businesses in Lydden and nearby. Lydden is one of the places in Kent where we work. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Every address in CT15 is covered for storm damage roof reports. We cover properties on St Marys Rise, Canterbury Road and The Close. We also cover Coldred (1 mile north), Ewell Minnis (1 mile south-west), Temple Ewell (1 mile south-east), Halfway Street (1 mile north-west) and Wolverton (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (11 miles north-west), Dover (3 miles south-east), Folkestone (6 miles south-west), Ramsgate (14 miles north-east), Deal (8 miles north-east) and Herne Bay (15 miles north).
What’s near Lydden
Around Lydden, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Sladden Wood and Hope Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Lydden is Kearsney station, roughly 1.6 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Dover Transport Museum (2.3 miles south-east) and Dover Castle (4.3 miles south-east). The countryside around Lydden includes Dover Western Heights.