Kent · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Perry
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Perry, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged gutters and fascias
How a storm damage roof report works in Perry
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 aren’t loss adjusters and can’t say whether a claim will be paid. If you are worried about flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and new damp or leaks inside, we can find out what’s behind it, on flashings, chimney stacks and ridges and hips alike.
For a small place like Perry, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Perry (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- The outcome of a claim
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Perry
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
Perry roofs and the weather
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. Goodnestone Park, about 3.1 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Perry. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Preston Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. For an older house near a landmark like Elmstone Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. If you let a flat or house near Adisham station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Perry is about 7 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Perry. Our Kent coverage includes Perry and the places around it. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: CT3. That includes homes and businesses on Walmestone Road and Perry Lane. If you’re just outside Perry, we cover Nash (1 mile east), Shatterling (1 mile south), Hoaden (1 mile east), Elmstone (1 mile north) and Broomhill (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Perry
For rail, the closest station is Adisham station, roughly 3.6 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find St Martins Hospital (5.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Perry
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Height and safe access
- The roof’s overall size
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What made you get in touch
- Where the property is, with the postcode
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. We record which are loose or damaged.
Chimney stacks
Flashings around stacks can lift in strong winds. We photograph any we find.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaving storm damage can let water into the loft space and rooms below. That can add to the damage and make it harder to separate from the storm. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. For older village homes like those around Perry, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Perry
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Visits on any day of the week
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Perry: your questions answered
Is Perry in the area you cover?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Perry is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the property.
Is my home in Perry 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.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Complain to your insurer first. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, though we cannot predict the outcome.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
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. We will talk about access when you book.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
That’s not something we can promise. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Tips that help
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
Your insurer may send a loss adjuster to look at the damage. You’ll have your own independent record to refer to.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They can help show the roof was looked after.
How the survey works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a report with photos, sent to you by email. On timing, it typically takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Older roofs in small places like Perry can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the roof space where it’s safe.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
How to book
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.