Kent · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Ratling, Kent
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Ratling and the rest of Kent. We survey on any day of the week.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- New damp or leaks inside
- Lead lifted at abutments
How the survey works
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Somewhere like Ratling needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Keep pets in another room
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Storm damage roof report in Ratling
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there is access, and the roof itself where that’s safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. You get a written report with photographs to give to your insurer. Common reasons to book are new damp or leaks inside and damaged pots on the stack, across chimney stacks, ridges and hips and flat roofs.
Many homes in small places like Ratling face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- Ratling (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Ratling
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. What happens next is up to the insurer.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Water coming in after the storm
Take a building like St Joseph's Catholic Primary School: a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their insurance cover
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Which limits apply to the survey
Places near Ratling
Also in Ratling
FAQs for Ratling
Will you come out to Ratling?
Yes. Ratling is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Ratling?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Ratling is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
How do I book a survey in Ratling?
Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Only from the ground or from windows. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground and we will inspect the rest from safe positions.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. We record which are loose or damaged.
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We record what we can see of the fixings.
When you need someone else
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- A price for the repairs
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Ratling
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
Ratling roofs and the weather
Goodnestone Park, about 1 mile north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ratling. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like 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. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
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. The streets around a church like St Peter are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Ratling is about 6 miles south-east of Canterbury, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Ratling, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Kent coverage includes Ratling. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Every address in CT3 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you’re just outside Ratling, we cover Nonington (1 mile south-east), Snowdown (1 mile south), Goodnestone (1 mile north-east), Chillenden (2 miles east) and Woolage Village (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (6 miles north-west), Margate (13 miles north-east), Dover (8 miles south-east), Folkestone (11 miles south), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (13 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Ratling
For rail, the closest station is Adisham station, roughly 0.5 miles north-west. A little further out are St Martins Hospital (5.2 miles north-west).
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Which survey package you book
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The size of the roof
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Getting in touch
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Anything about access we should know
- What’s prompted the survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Tips that help
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. They can damage the roof in high winds.