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Storm damage roof report in Postling Green, Kent
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Postling Green, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- New damp or leaks inside
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Postling Green
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The roof’s overall size
- Height and safe access
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
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. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Postling Green
A storm damage roof report is priced from £150. It is a written report with photos, sent by email. It isn’t a repair quote and doesn’t include repair costs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. Your insurer may also send its own loss adjuster. What you get is an independent record of the damage and what seems to have caused it. If you’ve noticed loose or torn flashings and gaps where slates or tiles have gone, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Roofs in small places like Postling Green often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Postling Green (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Postling Green
Is my home in Postling Green listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is the coastal weather around Postling Green hard on roofs?
Frequently, yes. Postling Green is within about 5 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
That is not something we can promise. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. We can record the damage in our report.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
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’ll inspect the rest from safe positions.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Places near Postling Green
Other services in Postling Green
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Wind can lift the edges of flat roof coverings or tear them. We record any damage and where it is.
Chimney stacks
Wind can pull the flashings away from a chimney. Loose flashings are recorded.
What we are asked to look at in Postling Green
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
If you live near a park such as Poulton Wood, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
What to check before booking
- How long the report takes to arrive
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Are they insured for the work?
Storm damage roof reports around Postling Green
Postling Green lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. About 3.2 miles east lies Westenhanger Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Postling Green has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take a building like Aldington 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 Church of St Martin, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Postling Green is about 5 miles west of Hythe, in Kent. Surveys in Postling Green work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Our Kent coverage includes Postling Green. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
We work across TN25 for storm damage roof reports. We also cover the places around Postling Green: Aldington (1 mile north-west), Stonestreet Green (1 mile north-west), Bonnington (1 mile west), Clap Hill (1 mile north-west) and Aldington Frith (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (6 miles north-west), Canterbury (15 miles north), Dover (15 miles east), Folkestone (9 miles east), Hythe (5 miles east) and Tower Hamlets (15 miles east).
What’s near Postling Green
We work in homes and buildings around Walnut Tree Inn and Poulton Wood. The nearest railway station is Westenhanger station, about 3.5 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find William Harvey Hospital (4.6 miles north-west) and Lympne Castle (2.8 miles east). Open spaces near Postling Green include Hatch Park.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. The survey usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a small place like Postling Green, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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.
- 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.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Photograph the damage safely from below
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. It is your record to use.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. They can damage the roof in high winds.
What happens if roof problems are left?
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It sets out what we found and the likely cause, alongside any photos you took yourself. Around Postling Green, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Prices that include VAT
- Plain-English reports with photos
Read our cost guide or our case studies.