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Storm damage roof report in Roughway, Kent
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Roughway. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
What this survey can’t tell you
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- The outcome of a claim
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Negotiating a claim settlement
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
Storm damage roof report in Roughway: what you get
High winds usually affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Falling branches can cause damage too. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. We are frequently asked to look into water coming in after the storm and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks, on flashings, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias.
Somewhere as small as Roughway, older roofs have often been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. We look at what can safely be seen and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Roughway (TN11)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Roughway
The wider area around Roughway has a long history of building, with Old Soar Manor about 0.7 miles north. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Landlords with a home close to Borough Green & Wrotham station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Roughway is about 4 miles north-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Roughway. Across Kent, we cover Roughway. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
All of TN11 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover the places around Roughway: Dunk's Green (1 mile west), Plaxtol (1 mile north-west), Swanton (1 mile east), West Peckham (2 miles east) and Claygate Cross (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (9 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north), Sevenoaks (6 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles south), Gravesend (13 miles north) and Tonbridge (4 miles south-west).
Near you in Roughway
Around Roughway, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Kentish Rifleman Public House, among other places. Roughway’s nearest station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, roughly 2.9 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Hadlow Tower museum (2.1 miles south) and Ightham Court (3.3 miles north-west).
When to book a survey in Roughway
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, backed up with photos.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Lead lifted at abutments
Anyone responsible for a site like Hadlow Rural Community School will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Before booking anyone
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What insurance they carry
Why act early in Roughway
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Acting quickly normally means less damage overall. Older and listed buildings around Roughway may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Roughway
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Photograph damage inside the house too
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. They can damage the roof in high winds.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Roughway
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Roughway. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Common questions in Roughway
Is Roughway in the area you cover?
Yes, Roughway is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the property.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Roughway?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
What if the roof was already worn?
Insurers normally exclude wear and tear. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. Your insurer decides the claim.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
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. Access is agreed with you as you book.
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What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit usually takes about one to two hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere like Roughway needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- 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.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.