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Storm Damage Roof Report in Stubb's Cross

An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Stubb's Cross, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.

  • Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
  • Roofs hit by falling trees
  • Stains appearing after strong winds

Independent storm damage roof reports in Stubb's Cross

What a storm damage roof report does not cover

We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:

  • What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
  • The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
  • Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up

If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.

Roofs we survey in Stubb's Cross

  • Gutters and fascias
  • Slate and tile slopes
  • Flashings
  • Ridges and hips
  • Chimney stacks
  • Flat roofs

Storm damage roof report in Stubb's Cross: what you get

After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from ground level or from windows, and don’t climb onto the roof. Emergency temporary protection, like covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We survey flashings, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias, and common reasons people get in touch are roofs hit by falling trees and new damp or leaks inside.

In a village or hamlet like Stubb's Cross, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.

How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.

Illustration of a written roof report with a magnifying glass and a ticked clipboard
Place
Stubb's Cross (TN26)
Wider area
Kent
Prices
From £150 inc. VAT
Reports
A written report with photos, by email
Survey days
Weekdays and weekends
Insurance
Professional indemnity and public liability
Call
07833 053749
Updated
27 October 2026

Tips that help

These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:

  • Check how your policy defines a storm
  • Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
  • Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
  • Tell your insurer about the damage promptly

You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. It is your record to use.

A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.

Storm damage roof reports around Stubb's Cross

Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. 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. Historic houses like Godinton House, about 3.3 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Stubb's Cross goes. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.

If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Francis, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. Trees in and around Ashford Community Woodland shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters.

Stubb's Cross is about 2 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Stubb's Cross can all book storm damage roof reports. Stubb's Cross is one of the places in Kent where we work for storm damage roof reports. You can also see our page for Canterbury.

Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: TN26. We cover properties on Magpie Hall Road and Tally Ho Road. Close by, we survey roofs in Kingsnorth (1 mile east), Shadoxhurst (1 mile south-west), Park Farm (1 mile north-east), Stanhope (1 mile north-east) and Chilmington Green (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Folkestone (14 miles east), Faversham (14 miles north), Hythe (11 miles east), Davington (14 miles north), Preston (14 miles north) and Hawkinge (14 miles east).

Local landmarks in Stubb's Cross

Around Stubb's Cross, our work takes us to homes and buildings near John Wallis Academy, Ashford Community Woodland and Queen's Head Public House, among other places. The closest station to Stubb's Cross is Ashford International station, about 2.6 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Woodchurch Village Life Museum (3.9 miles south-west) and William Harvey Hospital (3.7 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Orlestone Forest.

Map of Stubb's Cross © OpenStreetMap contributors

How it works

Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take between one and two hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Rural addresses near Stubb's Cross can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.

  1. We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
  2. The roof is inspected from safe positions.
  3. We record and photograph the damage.
  4. The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
  5. We send you the report by email for your insurer.

How to prepare

  • Make sure pets are kept safely away
  • For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
  • Find any records of previous roof work

Book a survey

To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Stubb's Cross, ring 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.

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What affects the price in Stubb's Cross

Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:

  • How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
  • Which survey package you book
  • Building height and the viewpoints available
  • The roof’s overall size

We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.

Helping us price your survey

Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:

  • Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
  • Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
  • Any marks or damp showing indoors
  • Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access

You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.

Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Stubb's Cross

Insurers often want evidence of what has been damaged and why. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. The decision still rests with the insurer.

We are frequently asked to look at:

  • Lead lifted at abutments
  • Damaged flat roof membrane
  • Ridge tiles that have come loose
  • Gaps where slates or tiles have gone

If you let a flat or house near Ashford International station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.

Before you book any roof surveyor

  • What exactly goes into their report
  • Their drone registration, if they fly one
  • What’s outside the scope of the survey
  • How they plan to inspect the roof safely

What’s in a roof survey

Stubb's Cross: your questions answered

Is Stubb's Cross in the area you cover?

Yes, Stubb's Cross is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.

Do you cover smaller places like Stubb's Cross?

Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.

Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?

It varies by policy. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but your policy sets the actual test.

What if my insurer declines the claim?

Start by complaining to the insurer. If it is not resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.

How experienced are you?

We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.

Will you check the loft?

If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.

Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?

No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.

How the survey changes by roof type

Clay and concrete tiles

Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. Each gap is recorded with a photo.

Ridge and hip tiles

Water can get in where ridge tiles have moved. Each one is recorded with photos.

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