Kent · London and the South East
Sibertswold Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm around Sibertswold, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Storm damage roof report in Sibertswold: what you get
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. It is yours to pass to your insurer. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We are not loss adjusters, and we can’t tell you whether a claim will succeed. We’re frequently asked to look into lead lifted at abutments and lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles, across gutters and fascias, flashings and slate and tile slopes.
In a village or hamlet like Sibertswold, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. We check everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Sibertswold (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Sibertswold roofs and the weather
Across Kent, older roofs are frequently 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. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. With Goodnestone Park about 3.9 miles north, Sibertswold sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Landlords with a home close to Shepherds Well station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Sibertswold (also: Shepherdswell) is about 4 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. We visit Sibertswold as part of our work across Kent. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Surveys in CT15 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Station Road, Hill Avenue and Eythorne Road, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Halfway Street (1 mile south-west), Coldred (1 mile south-east), Waldershare (1 mile east), Eythorne (2 miles north-east) and Lydden (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (9 miles north-west), Margate (15 miles north-east), Dover (4 miles south-east), Folkestone (8 miles south), Ramsgate (13 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (15 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Sibertswold
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Bricklayers' Arms. There’s a railway station in Sibertswold itself: Shepherds Well station. Other landmarks nearby include Dover Transport Museum (3.6 miles south-east) and Buckland Hospital (4.6 miles south-east).
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book.
The survey, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Rural addresses near Sibertswold can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Prices for storm damage roof reports in Sibertswold
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Sibertswold, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridge and hip tiles
The ridge and hips are among the most exposed parts of a roof. The survey notes loose, cracked or missing ridge and hip tiles.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. The report shows each damaged area.
What we cannot see
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
Places near Sibertswold
What else we do in Sibertswold
Common questions in Sibertswold
Do you cover Sibertswold?
Yes, Sibertswold is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Will you come out to Sibertswold?
Yes. Sibertswold is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
That is not something we can promise. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It varies by policy. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but your policy sets the actual test.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not included, so ask a roofer to quote.
How long does the survey take?
It usually takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. The written report follows by email.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Common roof problems in Sibertswold
Branches and trees frequently come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, backed up with photos.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Damaged pots on the stack
The streets around a church such as Church of St Andrew are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Before booking anyone
- What exactly goes into their report
- What experience they bring
- Their report turnaround times
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID