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Storm damage roof report in Northwood, Kent
Wondering about the roof at a property in Northwood? You can book a storm damage roof report in Northwood and across Kent.
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
What we’re asked to look at in Northwood
A storm frequently finds a roof’s existing weak spots. Nail fatigue, eroded ridge mortar and tired flashings can all fail in high winds. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Water coming in after the storm
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Westwood Cross, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Questions to ask before you book
- How soon the report will arrive
- What insurance they carry
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
About our storm damage roof report in Northwood
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. 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. We are often asked to look into holes or cracks caused by debris and damaged pots on the stack, on chimney stacks, ridges and hips and slate and tile slopes.
Chimney stacks on older houses around places like Northwood can let water in, through worn flaunching, failed pointing or lifted flashings. Damp on a chimney breast isn’t always rain from above, which is why it is worth tracing properly. The stack, its flashings and the loft space beside it are all worth checking.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Northwood (CT12, CT10, CT11)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Northwood
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Northwood roofs and the weather
Northwood lies within about 2 miles of the sea, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. With Quex Park about 3.6 miles west, Northwood sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you own a rental within reach of Ramsgate station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Dame Janet Primary Academy, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Northwood is about 1 mile north-west of Ramsgate, in Kent. Bookings from Northwood are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Across Kent, we cover Northwood and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
All of CT12, CT10 and CT11 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Gwyn Road, Coxes Lane and Roman Road or a nearby road, we can help. Northwood sits on or near the A254 and A256, which makes travel easy. If you are just outside Northwood, we cover Ramsgate (1 mile south-east), Upton (1 mile east), St Lawrence (1 mile south), St Peter's (1 mile north-east) and Broadstairs (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (15 miles west), Dover (15 miles south), Deal (9 miles south), Herne Bay (12 miles west), Walmer (10 miles south) and Wincheap (15 miles west).
Near you in Northwood
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Derby Arms, The Charles Dickens School and The Royal Harbour Academy and the streets around them. The closest station to Northwood is Ramsgate station, roughly 0.8 miles south. Nearby you will also find Westwood Cross (0.5 miles north-west) and Ramsgate Museum (1.4 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
How the survey works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a smaller place like Northwood, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
How to prepare
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know where we can park nearby
How to book
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
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.
Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
If anything in the report is not clear, just ask us. 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. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. We record any that have lifted, cracked or come away.
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
Why act early in Northwood
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It sets out what we found and the likely cause, so you’re not relying only on your own photos. Around Northwood, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, and that is a much bigger job than the original defect.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we will tell you which fits.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Northwood
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- An independent look at the roof
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Prices that include VAT
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
FAQs for Northwood
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Northwood?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Northwood?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
That is not something we can promise. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is usually excluded from home insurance. We note both storm damage and older defects, so it’s clear what we found. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We are not loss adjusters, and we don’t negotiate claims. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.