Kent · London and the South East
Selsted Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Selsted, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
About our storm damage roof report in Selsted
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and do not climb onto the roof. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We survey ridges and hips, flat roofs and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are ridge tiles that have come loose and loose or torn flashings.
For a small place like Selsted, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It’s useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Selsted (CT15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. We record any damage and where it is.
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. Each area is photographed and described.
Can I check my roof myself?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Selsted
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Selsted, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Driving rain off the sea can be pushed into gaps that stay dry in calmer weather, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. Acrise Place, about 2.2 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Selsted. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Anyone responsible for a site like Selsted Church of England Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Selsted is about 5 miles north of Folkestone, in Kent. Surveys in Selsted work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Selsted is one of the places in Kent where we work for storm damage roof reports. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Storm damage roof reports in CT15 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Swingfield Minnis (1 mile south), Wootton (1 mile north), Denton (2 miles north), Lodge Lees (2 miles north) and Shelvin (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (13 miles west), Canterbury (9 miles north-west), Dover (6 miles east), Folkestone (5 miles south), Whitstable (15 miles north-west) and Deal (10 miles north-east).
Around Selsted
The nearest railway station is Shepherds Well station, about 3.2 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Royal Victoria Hospital (5 miles south) and Folkestone Castle (4.2 miles south). Open spaces near Selsted include Cheriton Hill.
Selsted questions
Is Selsted within the area you cover?
Yes, Selsted is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Is my home in Selsted listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Start by complaining to the insurer. If it is not 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.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Your policy may say how quickly you need to report damage. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. Our report can then add a clear record. For an older or listed building in a place like Selsted, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Why book with us
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Every finding written up with photos
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- PI and public liability insurance
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
What a survey costs
We confirm the exact price before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The size of the roof
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What to let us know when you contact us
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
When to book a survey in Selsted
Gusts work at anything on a roof that’s loose or exposed. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
We are often asked to look at:
- New damp or leaks inside
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
If you own a rental within reach of Shepherds Well station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
What to check before booking
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What experience they bring
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Somewhere as small as Selsted, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.