Kent · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Stanhope
A careful look at the roof at your property in Stanhope, and put it all in a report with photographs.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Stains appearing after strong winds
About our storm damage roof report in Stanhope
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. Our report records both: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We give an honest view of what we see. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. If you are worried about damaged ridges and hips and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Around Stanhope, chimneys on older homes are a common source of leaks, through worn flaunching, failed pointing or lifted flashings. Damp in a chimney breast can have more than one cause, so it isn’t always obvious where it starts. It is worth looking at the stack from outside and at the timbers beside it in the loft.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Stanhope (TN23)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. A visit to a smaller place like Stanhope is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there’s access.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Keep pets in another room
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Stanhope
About 2.1 miles north-west lies Godinton House, a reminder of how long the area around Stanhope has been built on. 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 often 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. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Beaver Green Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If you live in an older home near St. Francis, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. If you own a rental within reach of Ashford International station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Stanhope is about 1 mile south-west of Ashford, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Stanhope, we can survey the roof. Our Kent coverage includes Stanhope. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the TN23 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Green Lane, Cryol Road and Athol Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Ashford (1 mile north-east), Park Farm (1 mile south-east), Kingsnorth (1 mile south), Newtown (1 mile east) and Great Chart (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (14 miles north-east), Folkestone (14 miles east), Faversham (13 miles north), Hythe (11 miles south-east), Davington (13 miles north) and Preston (12 miles north).
What’s near Stanhope
In Stanhope, that means homes and buildings near The Beaver Inn, John Wallis Academy and Ashford Community Woodland, among other places. Stanhope’s nearest station is Ashford International station, roughly 1.2 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include William Harvey Hospital (2.7 miles east) and Ashford Designer Outlet (1.1 miles east). The countryside around Stanhope includes Orlestone Forest.
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Strong gusts can lift and break tiles. We record which are damaged and where.
Lead flashings
Flashings with older defects often fail in high winds. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Stanhope
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
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What this survey cannot tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Areas we can’t see safely
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The roof’s overall size
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- The property’s address and postcode
- What’s prompted the survey
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Stanhope, call 07833 053749 or email us. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Stanhope
Do you carry out roof surveys in Stanhope?
Yes, Stanhope is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Will you come out to Stanhope?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we will agree the details when you book.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Complain to your insurer first. If you’re still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we cannot say how it will turn out.
How long will you be at the property?
Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The report follows by email.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How do I book a survey in Stanhope?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.