Kent · London and the South East
Staplehurst Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Staplehurst, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Loose or torn flashings
- Damaged pots on the stack
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. 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.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
How a storm damage roof report works in Staplehurst
Wear and tear is usually excluded from home insurance. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We give an honest view of what we see. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. If you’ve noticed damaged flat roof membrane and stains appearing after strong winds, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Staplehurst, some roofs face open ground, where driving rain gets into any gap at a ridge, verge or flashing. A leak that only appears in certain weather frequently points to an exposed detail. It helps to know when and where the water appears. Gutters and downpipes on the exposed side are worth a look as well.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Staplehurst (TN12)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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What affects the price in Staplehurst
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The size of the roof
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- The address and postcode of the property
- What made you get in touch
- Anything about access we should know
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Common questions in Staplehurst
Do you cover smaller places like Staplehurst?
Yes. Staplehurst is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Is Staplehurst in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we’ll record the rest.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
How long is the visit?
It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The report follows by email.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
There’s no single figure. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Check your policy wording.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Wind, rain and roofs in Staplehurst
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. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you look after a building such as Staplehurst School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. If you own a rental within reach of Staplehurst station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. The streets around a church such as All Saints Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Staplehurst is about 7 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. We survey roofs in Staplehurst and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Staplehurst is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for storm damage roof reports. There is also a page for Maidstone.
All of TN12 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Station Road, High Street and North Down or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Staplehurst, we cover Hawkenbury (1 mile north-east), Marden Thorn (2 miles west), Cross-at-Hand (2 miles north), Wanshurst Green (2 miles north-west) and Sinkhurst Green (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (7 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles west), Tonbridge (12 miles west) and Kings Hill (10 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Staplehurst
In Staplehurst, that means homes and buildings near The Railway Tavern, among other places. Staplehurst has its own railway station: Staplehurst station. Other landmarks nearby include Brattle Farm Museum (1 mile south-west) and Sissinghurst Castle (3.7 miles south).
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
Why act early in Staplehurst
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Acting quickly usually means less damage overall. With lower homes, common in places like Staplehurst, there’s little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we can help you choose.
What you get with us
- Prices that include VAT
- PI and public liability insurance
- Every finding written up with photos
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
What happens on the day
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a smaller place like Staplehurst, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Getting ready for the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
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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.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. The survey notes loose, cracked or missing ridge and hip tiles.