Kent · London and the South East
New Hythe Storm Damage Roof Report
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out storm damage roof reports in New Hythe, with photos and a clear written report.
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Water coming in after the storm
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
New Hythe: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in New Hythe?
Yes, New Hythe is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
Is my home in New Hythe listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we can’t predict the outcome.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We are not loss adjusters, and we don’t negotiate claims. We provide an independent record of the roof for you to send to your insurer.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
Storm damage roof report in New Hythe
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. It is yours to pass to your insurer. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We are not loss adjusters, and we cannot tell you whether a claim will succeed. If you’re worried about new damp or leaks inside and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind, we can find out what’s behind it.
For a small place like New Hythe, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- New Hythe (ME20)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
When you need someone else
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We record what we can see of the fixings.
What happens on the day
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Around New Hythe, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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New Hythe roofs and the weather
With Starkey Castle about 3.7 miles north, New Hythe sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
For businesses in and around places like Fremlin Walk, a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters. Trees in and around Leybourne Lakes Country Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. Take an older house close to Church of the Holy Trinity: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
New Hythe is about 4 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. We cover New Hythe and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. Across Kent, we cover New Hythe.
All of ME20 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Sherwood Avenue, Ingram Close and Abery Drive, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Lunsford (1 mile west), Larkfield (1 mile south-west), Leybourne (1 mile south-west), Eccles (1 mile north-east) and Snodland (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (4 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (12 miles east), Dartford (13 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west) and Gravesend (9 miles north).
What’s near New Hythe
In New Hythe, that means homes and buildings near Aylesford School, The Monks Head pub and Leybourne Lakes Country Park and the streets around them. New Hythe has its own railway station: New Hythe station. Well-known places in the area include Maidstone Hospital (2.8 miles south-east) and Medway megaliths (2.1 miles east). Open spaces near New Hythe include Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.
Also in New Hythe
How we price storm damage roof reports
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How big the roof is
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.