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Storm damage roof report in Newbury, Kent
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Newbury. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Storm damage roof report in Newbury: what you get
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Falling branches can cause damage too. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. Typical surveys look at torn or lifted flat roof coverings and slates and tiles blown off the roof, on ridges and hips, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias.
In a village or hamlet like Newbury, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We check what can be seen safely and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Newbury (ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Newbury property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Newbury
Newbury is within about 4 miles of the coast. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, often gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Historic houses like Belmont House and Gardens, about 4.3 miles south-east, show how far back building around Newbury goes. Older roofs around here can leak at old repairs as readily as at original details. If you let a flat or house near Teynham station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Newbury is about 3 miles south-east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We cover Newbury and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Kent coverage includes Newbury. Maidstone is in our area too.
Here we cover the ME9 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. If you’re just outside Newbury, we cover Kingsdown (1 mile south), Dungate (1 mile south-west), Bapchild (1 mile north), Erriottwood (1 mile south-east) and Rodmersham Green (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles west), Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (3 miles north-west), Whitstable (12 miles east) and Faversham (5 miles east).
Around Newbury
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Cromers Wood and The Sittingbourne School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Teynham station, about 2.7 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (2.4 miles north) and Newnham Castle (2.1 miles south-east).
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In a hamlet or village like Newbury, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Book a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
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What a survey costs
We confirm the price for your roof before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Which survey package you book
- Height and safe access
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Getting in touch
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The property’s address and postcode
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What we are asked to look at in Newbury
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. Your insurer still makes the decision.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Loose or torn flashings
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Rodmersham School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What insurance they carry
Checking the roof from ground level
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Newbury
Do you cover smaller places like Newbury?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is the coastal weather around Newbury hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it typically shows.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access as you book.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you’re still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, but we cannot say how it will turn out.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We’re not loss adjusters, and we don’t negotiate claims. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Newbury?
It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and some details about the roof. Surveys run seven days a week.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Flat roof coverings
Wind can lift the edges of flat roof coverings or tear them. We record any damage and where it is.