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Storm damage roof report in Old Tree, Kent
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Old Tree. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Loose or torn flashings
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
How it works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Older rural homes like those around Old Tree can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Find any records of previous roof work
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Storm damage roof report in Old Tree
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We are not loss adjusters and can’t tell you if your claim will succeed. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. Common reasons to book are flat roof edges peeled back and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks, on flashings, gutters and fascias and ridges and hips.
Somewhere as small as Old Tree, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We check what can safely be seen and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Old Tree (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Old Tree questions
Will you come out to Old Tree?
Yes, Old Tree is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How do I find out if my home in Old Tree is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
What if my insurer declines the 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. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we cannot predict the outcome.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
Only your insurer can decide that. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
Do you look in the loft space?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
How are storm damage reports priced?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we will record the rest.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
To price your survey, we look at:
- Height and safe access
- House, block, shop or office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
Helping us price your survey
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- The address and postcode of the property
- What made you get in touch
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. Our report can then add a clear record. Older cottages and farmhouses around Old Tree can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Visits on any day of the week
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Nearby places to Old Tree
What else we do in Old Tree
Old Tree roofs and the weather
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Old Tree, where storms can bring strong gusts off the sea. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Take a building like Hoath Primary School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. If you let a flat or house near Herne Bay station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of the Holy Cross, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Old Tree is about 3 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. We cover Old Tree and the rest of Kent. Our Kent coverage includes Old Tree and the places around it. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Surveys in CT3 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover the places around Old Tree: Maypole (1 mile west), Hoath (1 mile south-west), Millbank (1 mile north-west), Knave's Ash (1 mile south-west) and Hollow Street (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (6 miles south-west), Margate (10 miles east), Dover (15 miles south), Ramsgate (10 miles east), Broadstairs (11 miles east) and Whitstable (6 miles west).
Near you in Old Tree
Around Old Tree, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Curtis Wood and Spires Academy and the streets around them. Old Tree’s nearest station is Herne Bay station, roughly 2.9 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are St Martins Hospital (5.1 miles south-west). The countryside around Old Tree includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
A missing tile lets rain reach the underlay. Each gap is recorded with a photo.
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.
What this survey cannot tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Acting for you with the insurer
- How your policy defines a storm
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
If you are unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.