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Storm damage roof report in Minster, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Minster. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Broken or displaced guttering
Storm damage roof report in Minster
After a storm, safety comes first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We survey flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and flashings, and common reasons people get in touch are lead lifted at abutments and broken or displaced guttering.
Many homes around Minster have been extended, frequently with flat roofs or dormers, and the joint between new and old is a classic place for water to get in. Flashings, upstands and the edges of flat roofs are checked alongside the main roof. The stain inside is often some way from where water gets in, particularly around extensions.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Minster (ME12)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports in Minster: local notes
Minster is within about 2 miles of the coast, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Driving rain off the sea can be pushed into gaps that stay dry in calmer weather, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. 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.
Landlords with a home close to Queenborough station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If you live near a park such as Barton's Point Coastal Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Minster is about 6 miles north-east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We carry out storm damage roof reports for householders, landlords and businesses in Minster. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: ME12. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on High Street, Lapwing Close and Copland Avenue and the roads around them. You’ll find Minster on the A2500 and B2008, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover the places around Minster: Halfway Houses (1 mile west), Sheerness (2 miles north-west), Queenborough (2 miles west), Eastchurch (3 miles east) and Rushenden (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (15 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (6 miles south-west), Whitstable (11 miles south-east), Faversham (8 miles south-east), Herne Bay (15 miles east) and Davington (8 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Minster
We work in homes and buildings around Barton's Point Coastal Park, Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey and Leigh Academy Minster, among other places. The nearest railway station is Queenborough station, roughly 2.3 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Minster Gatehouse Museum (less than half a mile north-east) and Castle Rough (4.5 miles south-west).
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Minster. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Minster
Insurers often want evidence of what has been damaged and why. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. The decision still rests with the insurer.
Look out for signs like these:
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Take an older house close to The Abbey Church Of St Mary And St Sexburga: water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Before you book anyone
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What happens after the report arrives
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Is VAT included in the price?
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, it normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. A survey in Minster needs access inside and out, including the loft hatch and any rooms with damp. If there’s a side gate or a rear garden, let us know how to reach it. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it’s 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 photos for you to share with your insurer.
Before the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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What you can safely check yourself
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
FAQs for Minster
Is the coastal weather around Minster hard on roofs?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
How do I find out if my home in Minster 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.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it as you book and we will explain what’s needed.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
Only your insurer can decide that. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
What’s the best way to book?
Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. We photograph and describe the damage.