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Storm Damage Roof Report in Sittingbourne
Storm damage roof reports in Sittingbourne, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damaged pots on the stack
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Sittingbourne
Is my home in Sittingbourne listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Is Sittingbourne in the area you cover?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Sittingbourne is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
How long will you be at the property?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take between one and two hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Please don’t climb onto the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
That’s not something we can promise. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Sittingbourne
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. We are often asked to look into gaps where slates or tiles have gone and torn or lifted flat roof coverings, across ridges and hips, flat roofs and gutters and fascias.
Extensions, dormers and conservatories are common on houses in towns like Sittingbourne, and where an extension meets the house is a common leak point. Flashings, upstands and the edges of flat roofs are looked at alongside the main roof, inside and out. The stain inside is frequently some way from where water gets in, particularly around extensions.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Location
- Sittingbourne (ME10, ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. For a home in Sittingbourne, the main things we need are a way into the loft, a route to the back garden and somewhere to park. If you will not be there yourself, let us know who will let us in.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Book a survey
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Sittingbourne, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
What affects the price in Sittingbourne
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Roof area
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Anything about access we should know
- When you need the report by
- What made you get in touch
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Leaks and storm damage in Sittingbourne
Sittingbourne lies within about 2 miles of the sea, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, often gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Homes near green spaces such as Milton Creek Country Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Sittingbourne, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it pays to find faults before guests do.
Sittingbourne is about 37 miles east of London, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Sittingbourne can all book storm damage roof reports, with a written report and photographs every time. Our Kent coverage includes Sittingbourne. Maidstone is in our area too.
Storm damage roof reports in ME10 and ME9 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include High Street, Roman Square and Moonstone Square. Main roads around Sittingbourne include the A2 and A249, which makes travel easy. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Murston (1 mile east), Milton Regis (1 mile north-east), Kemsley (1 mile north), Howt Green (1 mile north-west) and Heart's Delight (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles south-west), Ashford (15 miles south), Whitstable (13 miles east), Faversham (7 miles east), Minster (6 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (15 miles west). Being one of Kent’s larger places, Sittingbourne has homes, rented property and businesses of every kind.
Near you in Sittingbourne
In Sittingbourne, that means homes and buildings near Milton Court Primary Academy, The Golden Hope pub and Milton Creek Country Park and the streets around them. Sittingbourne has its own railway station: Sittingbourne station. Other landmarks nearby include Bayford Court (less than half a mile east) and Court Hall Museum (less than half a mile north).
What we cannot see
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Negotiating a claim settlement
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
Nearby places to Sittingbourne
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Do you need a storm damage roof report in Sittingbourne?
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. Our report covers flat and pitched roofs.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Lead lifted at abutments
If you let a flat or house near Sittingbourne station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- When you will get the report
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What insurance they carry
- Which limits apply to the survey
Before and after the survey
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Photograph the damage safely from below
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Check the roof from ground level after strong winds. With binoculars, you can often spot problems without climbing. Do not go up a ladder to look.
Roof by roof
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. We photograph and describe the damage.
Flat roof coverings
Wind can lift the edges of flat roof coverings or tear them. Damage is photographed and described.