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Sandwich Storm Damage Roof Report
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Sandwich, with photographs and a written report.
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
About our storm damage roof report in Sandwich
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was 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. If you are worried about damaged pots on the stack and lead lifted at abutments, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Houses in smaller places like Sandwich can stand more in the open, where driving rain gets into any gap at a ridge, verge or flashing. A leak that only appears in certain weather frequently points to an exposed detail. It is useful to know when and where the water appears. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Sandwich (CT13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. For a survey in Sandwich, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
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What else we do in Sandwich
Surveys for landlords and agents in Sandwich
Landlords and letting agents in Sandwich book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer.
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. Damage is photographed and described.
Slate roofs
Slates can slip or blow off in a storm, particularly where the nails have corroded. We record which slates have moved and any signs of older nail fatigue.
Common roof problems in Sandwich
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. The decision still rests with the insurer.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Loose or torn flashings
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Flat roof edges peeled back
If you own a rental within reach of Sandwich station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What exactly goes into their report
What happens if roof problems are left?
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from the ground if it is safe. That keeps a record of how it looked. Homes in smaller places like Sandwich can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Each storm lifts it a little further.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why book us in Sandwich
- An independent look at the roof
- 98% customer satisfaction
- A written report with photos
- 5,000+ surveys completed
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Sandwich
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Sandwich, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Trees in and around Ham Fen shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. Hotels and guest houses near Sandwich can’t easily close rooms for a leak.
Sandwich is about 5 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Wherever you are in Sandwich, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property. Across Kent, we cover Sandwich and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
All of CT13 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Cattle Market, Market Street and High Street or anywhere close by, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Great Stonar (1 mile north), Felderland (1 mile south), Worth (1 mile south), Woodnesborough (1 mile south-west) and Statenborough (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (11 miles west), Margate (8 miles north), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (15 miles south-west), Ramsgate (5 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (7 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Sandwich
In Sandwich, that means homes and buildings near Ham Fen, Sir Roger Manwood's School and The Red Cow Public House. There is a railway station in Sandwich itself: Sandwich station. Other landmarks nearby include The Precinct Toy Collection (under half a mile north) and Ramsgate General Hospital (5 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Sandwich questions
Will you come out to Sandwich?
Yes, Sandwich is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sandwich?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
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.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Let us know about it when booking and we will plan the survey around it.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Only from ground level or from windows. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we’ll record the rest.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from the ground first if it is safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
You’ll need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
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