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Storm Damage Roof Report in Maxton
Storm damage roof reports in Maxton from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- A decision on your insurance claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Maxton
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We are not loss adjusters, and we can’t say whether a claim will be paid. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. We survey chimney stacks, flat roofs and flashings, and people most often book us about damaged gutters and fascias and torn or lifted flat roof coverings.
For a small place like Maxton, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Maxton (CT17, CT15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. The report notes any damage to the stack.
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. Each area is photographed and described.
Towns and villages near Maxton
Other services in Maxton
What we’re asked to look at in Maxton
Others book after an insurer has queried a claim. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. We can’t say whether the decision will change.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- New damp or leaks inside
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damaged ridges and hips
Take a building like St Martin's School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
How it works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take an hour or two at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere like Maxton needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- 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 is 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 photos for you to share with your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Questions from Maxton
Is the coastal weather around Maxton hard on roofs?
It can do. Maxton is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
How do I find out if my home in Maxton is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
We cannot say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when you book.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The report is sent afterwards by email.
What if the roof was already worn?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Your policy may say how quickly you need to report damage. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. An independent report can follow. For an older or listed building in a place like Maxton, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why us?
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- PI and public liability insurance
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Wind, rain and roofs in Maxton
Maxton is within about 1 mile of the coast, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Maxton means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it pays to find faults before guests do. For an older house near a landmark like St Martin's Church, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Maxton is about 1 mile south-west of Tower Hamlets, in Kent. Surveys in Maxton work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Maxton is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the CT17 and CT15 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include Cow Lane, Manor Road and Mount Road, all of which we cover. If you’re just outside Maxton, we cover Aycliffe (1 mile south), Farthingloe (1 mile south-west), Dover (1 mile north), Church Hougham (2 miles west) and River (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (6 miles south-west), Deal (8 miles north-east), Hythe (10 miles west), Walmer (7 miles north-east) and Hawkinge (6 miles west).
Local landmarks in Maxton
Around Maxton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Crown & Sceptre pub, Astor College for the Arts and St Edmund's Catholic School and the streets around them. The closest station to Maxton is Dover Priory station, roughly 0.8 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Old Town Gaol (1 mile north-east) and Dover Castle (1.6 miles east). Not far away are Dover Western Heights.
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords and letting agents in Maxton book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.