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Silver Street Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports around Silver Street, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Water coming in after the storm
How the survey works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes an hour or two at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Somewhere as small as Silver Street, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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 roof space where it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Tell us about parking before the day
How to book
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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How a storm damage roof report works in Silver Street
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there’s access, and the roof itself where that’s safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. If part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. You get a written report with photos to give to your insurer. Common reasons to book are torn or lifted flat roof coverings and lead lifted at abutments, on slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and chimney stacks.
In a village or hamlet like Silver Street, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. We look at everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Where
- Silver Street (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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Prices for storm damage roof reports in Silver Street
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the exact price before you book.
Booking your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Silver Street
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. We record the damage and where it is, with photos.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
If you let a flat or house near Sittingbourne station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
Why it’s worth a survey now in Silver Street
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from the ground if it’s safe. That keeps a record of how it looked. Older cottages and farmhouses around Silver Street can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Silver Street
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Plain-English reports with photos
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Common questions in Silver Street
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Silver Street?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Silver Street?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so it is clear what we found. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
Only your insurer can decide that. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, though we cannot predict the outcome.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Silver Street
Silver Street lies within about 5 miles of the sea. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, frequently gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. 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. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
If you live near a park such as Cromers Wood, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. Take an older house close to Church of St John the Baptist: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Silver Street is about 3 miles south-west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Anywhere in Silver Street, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property. Our area takes in places right across Kent. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
All of ME9 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. If you are just outside Silver Street, we cover Bredgar (1 mile east), Oad Street (1 mile north-west), South Green (2 miles west), Danaway (2 miles north-west) and Chestnut Street (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (8 miles south-west), Ashford (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (3 miles north-east), Whitstable (15 miles east), Faversham (8 miles east) and Minster (9 miles north-east).
What’s near Silver Street
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Westlands School and Cromers Wood, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Sittingbourne station, roughly 2.8 miles north-east. A little further out are Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (2.9 miles north-east) and Bayford Court (3.1 miles north-east). Open spaces near Silver Street include Detling Hill.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Silver Street. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. The report notes any damage to the stack.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. We record which are damaged and where.