Kent · London and the South East
Swift's Green Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Swift's Green and the rest of Kent. Surveys run seven days a week.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is 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. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
About our storm damage roof report in Swift's Green
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. It sets out what is damaged, with photos, and what we think the likely cause is. It is yours to pass to your insurer. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We’re not loss adjusters, and we cannot tell you whether a claim will succeed. If you are worried about cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and broken or displaced guttering, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Swift's Green, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Swift's Green (TN27)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Swift's Green: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Swift's Green is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Swift's Green within the area you cover?
Yes. Swift's Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Is this an asbestos survey?
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, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take between one and two hours at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. The written report follows by email.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- How your policy defines a storm
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- A decision on your insurance claim
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
Landlords, agents and block managers in Swift's Green
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Storm damage roof reports in Swift's Green: local notes
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list. 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. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
In and around Swift's Green, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early. If you own a rental within reach of Headcorn station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Swift's Green is about 9 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. Wherever you are in Swift's Green, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across Kent. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
All of TN27 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover the places around Swift's Green: Smarden Bell (1 mile south), Southernden (1 mile north), Smarden (1 mile south-east), Biddenden Green (1 mile south-east) and Monk's Hill (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (9 miles north-west), Ashford (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north), Faversham (14 miles north-east), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west) and Davington (14 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Swift's Green
Around Swift's Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Bell Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Headcorn station, about 2.1 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Kent Firefighting Museum (3.3 miles south-west) and Romden Castle (2.1 miles south-east).
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. We record any damage we can see.
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
What happens on the day
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. The survey normally takes about one to two hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Older rural homes like those around Swift's Green can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Prices for storm damage roof reports in Swift's Green
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Roof area
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Booking your survey
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- What made you get in touch
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.