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Storm Damage Roof Report in Shoreham
Storm damage roof reports in Shoreham, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photos.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged ridges and hips
Storm damage roof report in Shoreham
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Take photos from ground level or from windows, and do not climb onto the roof. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. Common reasons to book are broken or displaced guttering and new damp or leaks inside, on flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and ridges and hips.
Somewhere as small as Shoreham, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Shoreham (TN14)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Shoreham questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Shoreham?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Will you come out to Shoreham?
Yes, Shoreham is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not part of the report.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it’s covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Shoreham
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. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. With Lullingstone Castle about 1.8 miles north-east, Shoreham sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of 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.
Landlords with a home close to Shoreham (Kent) station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. Take an older house close to Church of St Peter and St Paul: leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Shoreham is about 4 miles north of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Bookings from Shoreham are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Shoreham is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for storm damage roof reports. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
All of TN14 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on High Street, Boakes Meadow and Church Street or a nearby road, we can help. If you are just outside Shoreham, we cover Badgers Mount (1 mile west), Sepham Heath (1 mile south-west), Twitton (1 mile south), Otford (2 miles south) and Lullingstone (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Dartford (8 miles north), Sevenoaks (4 miles south), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south), Gravesend (11 miles north-east), Tonbridge (10 miles south-east) and Northfleet (10 miles north-east).
What’s near Shoreham
We work in homes and buildings around Raspberry Hall Park and The Old George Inn, among other places. Shoreham has its own railway station: Shoreham (Kent) station. Other landmarks nearby include Sevenoaks Hospital (3.2 miles south) and Otford Heritage Centre (1.9 miles south). The countryside around Shoreham includes Dryhill Nature Reserve.
Useful tips for Shoreham property owners
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. They can damage the roof in high winds.
Also near Shoreham
Also in Shoreham
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. We record which are loose or damaged.
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. We check whether the damage is recent or older.
What you can safely check yourself
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Somewhere as small as Shoreham, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there is access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Shoreham
Insurers often want evidence of what has been damaged and why. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. Your insurer still makes the decision.
Common reasons to book include:
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Living close to Raspberry Hall Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- What insurance they carry
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What follow-up you get after the report
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Shoreham
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- House, block, shop or office
- Which survey package you book
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What we need to know
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Anything about access we should know
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.