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Storm damage roof report in Maypole, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Maypole. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
How a storm damage roof report works in Maypole
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Falling branches can cause damage too. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. Common reasons to book are torn or lifted flat roof coverings and holes or cracks caused by debris, on flat roofs, flashings and chimney stacks.
Being in a small place like Maypole makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Location
- Maypole (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Maypole
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Maypole?
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.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Maypole, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Is Maypole in your area?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, Maypole included.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Start by complaining to the insurer. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that doesn’t resolve it. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
What does a storm damage report cost?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
Tips that help
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Photograph the damage safely from below
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. You will have your own independent record to refer to.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Don’t go up a ladder to look.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents and landlords in Maypole book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
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Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Maypole
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. People normally call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
Look out for signs like these:
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Flat roof edges peeled back
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of the Holy Cross, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
The ridge and hips are among the most exposed parts of a roof. The survey notes loose, cracked or missing ridge and hip tiles.
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails frequently fail first. We check whether slipped slates suggest storm damage, older wear or both.
Storm damage roof reports around Maypole
Maypole lies within about 3 miles of the sea. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. Older buildings may be listed or sit 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.
If you own a rental within reach of Herne Bay station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. Trees in and around Curtis Wood shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Maypole is about 2 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. We cover Maypole and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. Maypole is one of the places in Kent we cover.
Storm damage roof reports in CT3 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Maypole Lane and Maypole Road. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Old Tree (1 mile east), Millbank (1 mile north), Hoath (1 mile south), Knave's Ash (1 mile south-west) and Highstead (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Canterbury (5 miles south-west), Margate (10 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east) and Whitstable (6 miles west).
Local landmarks in Maypole
In Maypole, that means homes and buildings near Spires Academy and Curtis Wood. Maypole’s nearest station is Herne Bay station, roughly 2.6 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find St Martins Hospital (4.9 miles south-west). Not far away are West Blean and Thornden Woods.
The survey, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Somewhere like Maypole 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 what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.