Kent · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Stansted
Wondering about the roof at a property in Stansted? You can book a storm damage roof report in Stansted and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
What affects the price in Stansted
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Which survey package you book
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The size of the roof
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.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- What’s prompted the survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
How a storm damage roof report works in Stansted
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. If you’re worried about roofs hit by falling trees and loose or torn flashings, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
For a small place like Stansted, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned in advance. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Stansted (TN15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate roofs
After strong winds, we often see cracked and slipped slates. Each area is photographed and described.
Lead flashings
Lifted flashings let rain run behind them into the roof. We note where this has happened and any damp inside.
For landlords and managing agents
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Landlords and agents in Stansted book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Stansted
Do you cover Stansted?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Stansted is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
Do you cover smaller places like Stansted?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Raise it with your insurer first. If it is not resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
How are storm damage reports priced?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
There is no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Check your policy wording.
Do you look in the roof space?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Leaks and storm damage in Stansted
With Lullingstone Castle about 4.7 miles west, Stansted sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Wrotham School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. Homes near green spaces like Trosley Country Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Stansted is about 6 miles north-east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Wherever you are in Stansted, we can come and survey your property. We cover towns and villages across Kent. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Storm damage roof reports in TN15 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Parsons Lane, Plaxdale Green Road and Hatham Green Lane and the roads around them. We also cover Ash (2 miles north), West Kingsdown (2 miles north-west), West Yoke (2 miles north), Knatts Valley (2 miles west) and Fawkham Green (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles south-east), Dartford (8 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (6 miles south-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south), Gravesend (7 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (9 miles south).
Local landmarks in Stansted
We work in homes and buildings around Trosley Country Park. Stansted’s nearest station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, about 2.9 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Sevenoaks Hospital (5.5 miles south-west) and Ightham Court (2.8 miles south).
Nearby places to Stansted
What else we do in Stansted
Checking the roof from the ground
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What happens if roof problems are left?
It’s useful to get a record soon after the storm, while the damage is fresh. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. In a place like Stansted, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
For a price for your roof in Stansted, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- 20+ years’ experience
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes about one to two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Cottages and farmhouses around Stansted frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the roof space where it’s safe.
- 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.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.