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Storm damage roof report in Preston, Kent
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Preston. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Preston
Is Preston within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Preston?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take between one and two hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You’ll then get the report by email.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when you book.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
Each policy has its own definition. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but check your own wording.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We look at everything that can safely be seen: from the ground, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it’s safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
We cannot say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Storm damage roof report in Preston
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. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We’re not loss adjusters, and we can’t tell you whether a claim will succeed. We’re often asked to look into gutters pulled loose in the wind and slates and tiles blown off the roof, on chimney stacks, flat roofs and gutters and fascias.
In a smaller place like Preston, some roofs face open ground, where driving rain gets into any gap at a ridge, verge or flashing. A leak that only appears in certain weather often points to an exposed detail. It is useful to know when and where the water appears. Gutters and downpipes on the exposed side are worth a look as well.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Location
- Preston (ME13)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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What we do, step by step
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit typically takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Parking around Preston is normally easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Preparing for the visit
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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What a storm damage roof report does not cover
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- How your policy defines a storm
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Negotiating a claim settlement
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Old flashings that were already loose can give way in a storm. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
Chimney stacks
Flashings around stacks can lift in strong winds. Loose flashings are recorded.
Storm damage roof reports around Preston
Preston lies within about 4 miles of the sea, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies, and the insurer decides the claim. Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
If you let a flat or house near Faversham station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Living close to Oare Meadow is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn.
Preston is about 7 miles south-west of Whitstable, in Kent. Roofs in Preston get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. Canterbury is in our area too.
We work across the ME13 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Back Lane, Quay Lane and Park Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Preston is on the A2 and A251, so it’s easy for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Faversham (1 mile north-west), The Brents (1 mile north), Davington (1 mile north-west), Ospringe (1 mile west) and Whitehill (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (8 miles east), Sittingbourne (7 miles west), Whitstable (7 miles north-east), Herne Bay (11 miles east) and Minster (8 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Preston
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Ethelbert Road Primary School, Oare Meadow and The Elephant pub, among other places. Preston has its own railway station: Faversham station. Nearby you will also find Newnham Castle (4.3 miles south-west).
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. It’s your record to use.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They can help show the roof was looked after.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Preston
We confirm the price for your roof before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The size of the roof
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Height and safe access
- The shape of the roof and its details
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Common roof problems in Preston
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, backed up with photos.
Problems we come across often include:
- New damp or leaks inside
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
For hotels and guest houses around Preston, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How soon the report will arrive
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether the inside of the roof is included