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Storm damage roof report in Northbourne, Kent
Wondering about the roof at a property in Northbourne? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Northbourne and across Kent.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
About our storm damage roof report in Northbourne
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. It sets out what is damaged, with photos, and what we think the likely cause is. It is yours to pass to your insurer. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We’re not loss adjusters, and we can’t tell you whether a claim will succeed. If you are worried about cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and damaged gutters and fascias, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Northbourne, 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, particularly to an insurer. We look at whatever is safely visible and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Northbourne (CT14)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Northbourne
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. What happens next is up to the insurer.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- New damp or leaks inside
Historic houses like Walmer Castle, about 3 miles south-east, show how far back building around Northbourne goes. On older roofs nearby, leaks often trace back to lead flashings, valleys and gutters.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Northbourne
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Which survey package you book
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
FAQs for Northbourne
Do you cover smaller places like Northbourne?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Northbourne, take more of a battering?
Often, yes. Northbourne is within about 4 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when booking.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our reports start from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. The report does not include repair costs.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
How long will you be at the property?
Most surveys take between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. We’ll confirm the timing as you book.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
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What happens on the day
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Somewhere as small as Northbourne, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Landlord and commercial surveys in Northbourne
Landlords, agents and building managers in Northbourne and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Northbourne
Northbourne lies within about 4 miles of the sea, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. 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. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Northbourne Church of England Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. Homes near green spaces such as Betteshanger Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Northbourne is about 2 miles west of Deal, in Kent. Wherever you are in Northbourne, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property. Our area takes in places right across Kent. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the CT14 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Deal Road, Coulson Grove and Mill Lane. Close by, we survey roofs in Marley (1 mile north), Great Mongeham (1 mile south-east), Finglesham (1 mile north), Sholden Meadows (1 mile east) and Sholden (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (12 miles west), Margate (11 miles north), Dover (6 miles south), Folkestone (12 miles south-west), Ramsgate (9 miles north) and Broadstairs (11 miles north).
What’s near Northbourne
Typical jobs here are in homes near Castle Community College, Hare & Hounds pub and Betteshanger Park and the streets around them. Northbourne’s nearest station is Walmer station, about 2.2 miles south-east. A little further out are Deal Castle (2.8 miles east) and Kent Museum of the Moving Image (2.7 miles east). For a walk, there is Monk's Wall nature reserve.
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. We record which are damaged and where.
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. We record any damage we can see.