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Storm damage roof report in Swingfield Minnis, Kent
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Swingfield Minnis and the rest of Kent. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Swingfield Minnis
After a storm, it is useful to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We are not loss adjusters and cannot tell you if your claim will succeed. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. If you’ve noticed gaps where slates or tiles have gone and torn or lifted flat roof coverings, we can find out what’s behind it, on chimney stacks, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes alike.
Many homes in small places like Swingfield Minnis face open ground, 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 written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Swingfield Minnis (CT15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Swingfield Minnis
Is my home in Swingfield Minnis listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Swingfield Minnis, take more of a battering?
Often, yes. Within about 4 miles of the sea, as Swingfield Minnis is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not part of the report.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we can’t predict the outcome.
How long will you be at the property?
It usually takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. The report follows by email.
Do you look in the roof space?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Swingfield Minnis roofs and the weather
Swingfield Minnis is within about 4 miles of the coast. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, often gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. 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 is detailed.
Acrise Place lies about 1.5 miles south-west, so building around Swingfield Minnis goes back a long way. Leaks in period homes nearby frequently come from lead work and valleys that have been patched before. Anyone responsible for a site like Selsted Church of England Primary School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. For landlords with property near Shepherds Well station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Swingfield Minnis is about 4 miles north of Folkestone, in Kent. Surveys in Swingfield Minnis work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at what can safely be seen, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
All of CT15 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Canterbury Road and Hoad Road, all of which we cover. Swingfield Minnis sits on or near the A260, so getting to you is simple. We also cover the places around Swingfield Minnis: Selsted (1 mile north), Densole (1 mile south), Wootton (2 miles north), Hawkinge (2 miles south) and Old Hawkinge (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (13 miles west), Canterbury (10 miles north), Dover (6 miles east), Folkestone (4 miles south), Whitstable (15 miles north) and Deal (11 miles north-east).
Around Swingfield Minnis
For rail, the closest station is Shepherds Well station, roughly 4.1 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (3.9 miles south-west) and Royal Victoria Hospital (4.1 miles south). Not far away are Cheriton Hill.
Why get it checked now?
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Acting quickly typically means less damage overall. For an older or listed building in a place like Swingfield Minnis, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
Why book with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- 20+ years’ experience
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
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Also in Swingfield Minnis
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
How the survey works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Rural addresses near Swingfield Minnis can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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What affects the price in Swingfield Minnis
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The size of the roof
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: 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.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Anything about access we should know
- The property’s address and postcode
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. 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.
Check the roof from ground level after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.