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Storm damage roof report in Romney Street, Kent
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Romney Street. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The roof’s overall size
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Which survey package you book
- House, block, shop or office
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Anything about access we should know
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Romney Street, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
How a storm damage roof report works in Romney Street
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. Common reasons to book are holes or cracks caused by debris and new damp or leaks inside, across gutters and fascias, flashings and chimney stacks.
In a village or hamlet like Romney Street, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Romney Street (TN15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Romney Street
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. Historic houses such as Lullingstone Castle, about 2.3 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Romney Street goes. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Take an older house close to Church of Saint Mary the Virgin: leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. If you let a flat or house near Shoreham (Kent) station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Living close to Kemsing Down is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn.
Romney Street is about 4 miles north-east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Anywhere in Romney Street, we can come and survey your property. Romney Street is one of the places in Kent we cover for storm damage roof reports. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the TN15 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Bower Lane and Romney Street or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include East Hill (1 mile north-east), Knatts Valley (1 mile east), Woodlands (1 mile south-east), Cotman's Ash (1 mile south-east) and Kemsing (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (14 miles east), Dartford (8 miles north), Sevenoaks (4 miles south-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south), Gravesend (10 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (9 miles south).
Local landmarks in Romney Street
We work in homes and buildings around Kemsing Down, among other places. The nearest railway station is Shoreham (Kent) station, about 1.6 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Otford Heritage Centre (2.1 miles south-west) and Kemsing Castle Bank (1.7 miles south).
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Your policy may say how quickly you need to report damage. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. Our report can then add a clear record. Older and listed buildings around Romney Street may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
What you get with us
- Photos and a written report every time
- Prices that include VAT
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- An independent view of the roof
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
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Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps with budgets and planning.
The survey, step by step
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Somewhere like Romney Street needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Book a survey
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift or pull away from walls and chimneys in strong winds. We record which are loose or damaged.
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails often fail first. The report records whether slipped slates look like storm damage or older wear.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Romney Street
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Romney Street?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover smaller places like Romney Street?
Yes. Romney Street is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it’s covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Complain to your insurer first. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we can’t predict the outcome.