Medway · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Scarborough
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Scarborough, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
About our storm damage roof report in Scarborough
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We give an honest view of what we see. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. Common reasons to book are damaged ridges and hips and holes or cracks caused by debris, on gutters and fascias, flat roofs and chimney stacks.
Many homes in small places like Scarborough face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Scarborough (ME1)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Acting quickly normally means less damage overall. In a place like Scarborough, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- Package prices that include VAT
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Surveys seven days a week
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Worn mortar under ridge tiles can let them lift in a storm. We note whether the mortar looks recently broken or long worn.
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. Each area is photographed and described.
Common questions in Scarborough
Is Scarborough within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you cover Scarborough?
Yes, Scarborough is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It varies by policy. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but your policy sets the actual test.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Start by complaining to the insurer. If it isn’t resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Do you look in the roof space?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
How do I book a survey in Scarborough?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Useful tips for Scarborough property owners
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
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.
Also near Scarborough
Also in Scarborough
What we do, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit typically takes about one to two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Cottages and farmhouses around Scarborough often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the loft space where it’s safe.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
Related advice
Wind, rain and roofs in Scarborough
The wider area around Scarborough has a long history of building, with Starkey Castle about 1.7 miles north. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. 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. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Landlords with a home close to Snodland station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. The streets around a church such as St Mary's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. If you live near a park like Holborough Marshes, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Scarborough is about 3 miles south-west of Chatham, in Medway. Anywhere in Scarborough, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Scarborough is one of the places in Medway where we work. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
We cover every part of ME1 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on Pilgrims Way and Scarborough Lane and the roads around them. Other places close to Scarborough include Peters Village (1 mile west), Burham (1 mile south-east), Wouldham (1 mile north-west), Holborough (1 mile west) and Halling (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Gillingham (5 miles north-east), Chatham (3 miles north-east), Rochester (4 miles north), Rainham (6 miles east), Strood (4 miles north) and Luton (4 miles north-east).
What’s near Scarborough
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Windmill pub, Holborough Marshes and The Holmesdale School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Snodland station, roughly 1.1 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Pentagon Shopping Centre (3.8 miles north-east) and St. Catherine's Hospital (3.4 miles north-east). Not far away are Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.
What this survey can’t tell you
It helps to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.