Kent · London and the South East
Ruckinge Storm Damage Roof Report
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Ruckinge from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Lead lifted at abutments
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- The outcome of a claim
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Estimates of repair costs
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Ruckinge
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. 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. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. Common reasons to book are new damp or leaks inside and damaged pots on the stack, across chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and flat roofs.
Roofs in small places like Ruckinge often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. 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.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Ruckinge (TN26)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Ruckinge questions
Is Ruckinge within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Ruckinge?
Yes, Ruckinge is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. It does not include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for those.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
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’ll record the rest.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
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.
How the survey works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Around Ruckinge, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Also near Ruckinge
Other services in Ruckinge
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Older stacks with worn pointing or cracked flaunching are more likely to suffer. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails frequently fail first. We look at whether slipped slates suggest storm damage, older wear or both.
Storm damage roof reports in Ruckinge: local notes
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Mary Magdalene, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Ruckinge is about 5 miles south of Ashford, in Kent. If you are in Ruckinge, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Ruckinge is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
All of TN26 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Oak Ridge and Hamstreet Road. We also cover Hamstreet (1 mile west), Stone Cross (2 miles north), Orlestone (2 miles north-west), Bromley Green (3 miles north-west) and Kenardington (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (5 miles north), Folkestone (12 miles east), Hythe (8 miles east), Hawkinge (12 miles east), Tenterden (9 miles west) and Cheriton (11 miles east).
Landmarks near Ruckinge
The closest station to Ruckinge is Ham Street station, about 1.5 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include William Harvey Hospital (5.3 miles north). The countryside around Ruckinge includes Orlestone Forest.
Why act early in Ruckinge
If the damage is partly wear and tear, it is better to know. Our report gives an honest view of both, so there are no surprises later. Around Ruckinge, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book us in Ruckinge
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
What we are asked to look at in Ruckinge
Landlords and building managers frequently need a written record after a storm. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Loose or torn flashings
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Flat roof edges peeled back
If you own a rental within reach of Ham Street station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What happens after the report arrives
- What insurance they carry
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely