Kent · London and the South East
Staplestreet Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Staplestreet, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Water coming in after the storm
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
For landlords and managing agents
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Staplestreet
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: 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’ve noticed roofs hit by falling trees and ridge tiles that have come loose, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Many homes in small places like Staplestreet face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Staplestreet (ME13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit typically takes an hour or two for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere as small as Staplestreet, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
How to prepare
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know where you stand. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. We record storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. Older and listed buildings around Staplestreet may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why us?
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Visits on any day of the week
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Staplestreet: your questions answered
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Staplestreet?
Often, yes. Within about 4 miles of the sea, as Staplestreet is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
How do I find out if my home in Staplestreet is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Is Staplestreet in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, Staplestreet included.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground and we’ll inspect the rest from safe positions.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Wind, rain and roofs in Staplestreet
Staplestreet lies within about 4 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can. An older home may be listed, or stand 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.
Landlords with a home close to Selling station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. Take an older house close to Church of St Michael: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. If you look after a building like Boughton-under-Blean and Dunkirk Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Staplestreet is about 3 miles east of Faversham, in Kent. We carry out storm damage roof reports for householders, landlords and businesses in Staplestreet. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Surveys in ME13 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Staple Street, Forge Farm Row and Staplestreet Road. Close by, we survey roofs in Slutshole (1 mile north-east), Hernhill (1 mile north-east), Goodnestone (1 mile north-west), Culmers (1 mile north) and Dargate (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (6 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles west), Whitstable (5 miles north-east), Faversham (3 miles west) and Herne Bay (9 miles north-east).
Around Staplestreet
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Mount Ephraim Gardens and White Horse Inn. Staplestreet’s nearest station is Selling station, roughly 1.9 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Tower keep castle at Chilham (4.2 miles south) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (5.7 miles east). For a walk, there is Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
Once we have been, the findings are written up with photos. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
Also in Staplestreet
What affects the price in Staplestreet
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How big the roof is
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
What to let us know when you get in touch
We’ll normally ask about:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.