Kent · London and the South East
Southernden Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Southernden. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Southernden
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. We survey flashings, ridges and hips and flat roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are loose or torn flashings and ridge tiles that have come loose.
Many homes in small places like Southernden face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Southernden (TN27)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. Our report gives an honest view of both, so there are no surprises later. Around Southernden, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Southernden
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Lifted flashings let rain run behind them into the roof. We note where this has happened and any damp inside.
Chimney stacks
Flashings around stacks can lift in strong winds. We photograph any we find.
Useful tips for Southernden property owners
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We don’t deal with the insurer on your behalf.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Don’t go up a ladder to look.
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a hamlet or village like Southernden, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Before the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer.
Letting agents and landlords in Southernden book surveys as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof.
When you need someone else
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Negotiating a claim settlement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Southernden
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
Leaks and storm damage in Southernden
Historic houses such as Leeds Castle, about 4.8 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Southernden goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Landlords with a home close to Headcorn station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Southernden is about 8 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Southernden, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Southernden is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for storm damage roof reports. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: TN27. If you are just outside Southernden, we cover Swift's Green (1 mile south), Smarden Bell (2 miles south), Headcorn (2 miles south-west), Hearnden Green (2 miles west) and Biddenden Green (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (8 miles north-west), Ashford (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (11 miles north), Faversham (13 miles north-east), Kings Hill (13 miles north-west) and Davington (13 miles north-east).
Near you in Southernden
For rail, the closest station is Headcorn station, about 2.1 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Coldbridge Castle (1.7 miles north-east) and Kent Firefighting Museum (3.8 miles south-west).
Southernden questions
Is Southernden in the area you cover?
Yes, Southernden is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Southernden?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it is safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We are not loss adjusters and do not act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.