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Storm damage roof report in Studdal, Kent
Storm damage roof reports in Studdal from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Studdal
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Your policy document sets out its own definition. We do not decide whether a storm met that test. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. The report includes photos of each area of damage, and you decide what to send. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Typical surveys look at flat roof edges peeled back and slates and tiles blown off the roof, across chimney stacks, flat roofs and flashings.
Roofs in small places like Studdal often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Studdal (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- The outcome of a claim
- A price for the repairs
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Studdal
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
Nearby places to Studdal
What else we do in Studdal
Studdal questions
Do you cover smaller places like Studdal?
Yes, Studdal is covered. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Studdal?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. We record the damage, with photographs and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. You’ll have your own independent record to refer to.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Around Studdal, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Keep pets in another room
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Advice
What we’re asked to look at in Studdal
Others book after an insurer has queried a claim. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. We can’t say whether the decision will change.
Common reasons to book include:
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- New damp or leaks inside
If you let a flat or house near Martin Mill station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Questions to ask before booking
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- When you will get the report
- What they will not be able to tell you
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
Should I look at the roof myself first?
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.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Studdal
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Height and safe access
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
What to let us know when you get in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Storm damage roof reports around Studdal
Studdal is within about 5 miles of the coast, where storms can bring strong gusts off the sea. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording, and many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. Historic houses such as Walmer Castle, about 4 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Studdal goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
The streets around a church such as East Studdal Church Hall are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Studdal is about 4 miles north of Dover, in Kent. Wherever you are in Studdal, we can come and survey your property. Our area takes in places right across Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Surveys in CT15 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Chapel Lane, Homestead Lane and Northdowns Close and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Studdal: Ashley (1 mile south-west), East Studdal (1 mile north-east), West Langdon (1 mile south), Sutton (1 mile east) and Martin (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (12 miles north-west), Margate (13 miles north), Dover (4 miles south), Folkestone (10 miles south-west), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (13 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Studdal
For rail, the closest station is Martin Mill station, roughly 2.3 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Walmer Castle (4 miles east) and Dover Transport Museum (3.2 miles south).