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Shottenden Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Shottenden, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Roofs hit by falling trees
About our storm damage roof report in Shottenden
High winds usually affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. Typical surveys look at damaged ridges and hips and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind, across ridges and hips, flashings and gutters and fascias.
Being in a small place like Shottenden makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Shottenden (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Wind can pull the flashings away from a chimney. Loose flashings are recorded.
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
The survey, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. All in, the survey typically takes about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Older rural homes like those around Shottenden can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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When to book a survey in Shottenden
Storms don’t only affect pitched roofs. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- New damp or leaks inside
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
For landlords with property near Selling station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Questions to ask before booking
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What they won’t be able to tell you
Storm damage roof reports around Shottenden
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. The wider area around Shottenden has a long history of building, with Belmont House and Gardens about 3.7 miles north-west. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
Shottenden is about 5 miles south of Faversham, in Kent. We provide storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Shottenden and nearby. Across Kent, we cover Shottenden and the places around it. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Storm damage roof reports in CT4 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Shottenden Road, Goldups Lane and Beaney's Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Perrywood (1 mile north), Selling (1 mile north), Hogben's Hill (2 miles north), Molash (2 miles south-west) and Mountain Street (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (8 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-west), Whitstable (8 miles north-east), Faversham (5 miles north) and Herne Bay (12 miles north-east).
Near you in Shottenden
Shottenden’s nearest station is Selling station, about 2 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Tower keep castle at Chilham (1.6 miles east).
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
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What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: 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.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Common questions in Shottenden
Do you carry out roof surveys in Shottenden?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Shottenden as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you cover smaller places like Shottenden?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Insurers typically exclude wear and tear. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. Your insurer decides the claim.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
It varies by policy. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but check your own wording.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.