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Storm Damage Roof Report in New Barn
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out storm damage roof reports in New Barn and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Loose or torn flashings
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Different roofs, different checks
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.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles without fixings can move more easily in wind. We note what we can see of how tiles are fixed.
Storm damage roof report in New Barn: what you get
After a storm, safety comes first. Photograph the damage from the ground or a window, and never climb up. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. If you’re worried about lead lifted at abutments and slates and tiles blown off the roof, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Houses in smaller places like New Barn can stand more in the open, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that’s a useful clue. It helps to know when and where the water appears. Gutters and downpipes on the exposed side are worth a look as well.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- New Barn (DA3, DA13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in New Barn
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from ground level if it’s safe. Those photos show the damage as it was. Homes in smaller places like New Barn can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Each storm lifts it a little further, and water follows.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why us?
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Every finding written up with photos
- Surveys seven days a week
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Useful tips for New Barn property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Photograph damage inside the house too
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. It’s your record to use.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
How the survey works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes between one and two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Parking around New Barn is usually easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- 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.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Honest limits
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Estimates of repair costs
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in New Barn
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
What we are asked to look at in New Barn
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- New damp or leaks inside
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
The streets around a church such as Church of Saint Mary Magdalene are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- When you’ll get the report
- What they will not be able to tell you
Also near New Barn
Other services in New Barn
Storm damage roof reports in New Barn: local notes
New Barn is within about 5 miles of the coast, 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. The wider area around New Barn has a long history of building, with Cobham College about 3.1 miles east. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Anyone responsible for a site like Longfield Academy will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. Trees in and around Rectory Meadow shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
New Barn is about 3 miles south of Northfleet, in Kent. We provide storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in New Barn. New Barn is one of the places in Kent we cover for storm damage roof reports. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
Every address in DA3 and DA13 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on The Maples, Kenwood Avenue and Merileys Close or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Longfield Hill (1 mile south-east), Longfield (1 mile west), Hartley (1 mile south-west), Nash Street (1 mile east) and Meopham (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (12 miles south-east), Dartford (6 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (3 miles north-east), Tonbridge (14 miles south) and Northfleet (3 miles north).
Around New Barn
Typical jobs here are in homes near Istead Rise Primary School and Rectory Meadow, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Longfield station, about 1.2 miles west. A little further out are Gravesham Museum (3.6 miles north-east) and Stone Castle (3.9 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Sawyers Lake.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in New Barn
Does being near the coast affect roofs in New Barn?
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.
Is New Barn within the area you cover?
Yes, New Barn is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
What do I do if water is coming in?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. Our report then records the roof.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Complain to your insurer first. If you’re still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.