Medway · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Tunbridge Hill
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Tunbridge Hill. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Storm damage roof reports around Tunbridge Hill
Tunbridge Hill lies within about 1 mile of the sea, 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. 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. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
If you own a rental within reach of Gillingham (Kent) station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Tunbridge Hill is about 5 miles north of Gillingham, in Medway. Whether the building in Tunbridge Hill is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. We cover towns and villages across Medway. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Every address in ME3 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. Other places close to Tunbridge Hill include Kingsnorth (1 mile south), Fenn Street (1 mile north-west), Sharnal Street (1 mile north-west), St Mary Hoo (2 miles north) and High Halstow (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (5 miles south), Chatham (6 miles south-west), Rochester (5 miles south-west), Rainham (5 miles south), Strood (6 miles south-west) and Luton (5 miles south-west).
What’s near Tunbridge Hill
Tunbridge Hill’s nearest station is Gillingham (Kent) station, about 3.9 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Medway Maritime Hospital (4.5 miles south-west) and Upnor Castle (3.6 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Bishop Saltings.
Storm damage roof report in Tunbridge Hill: what you get
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Your policy document sets out its own definition. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. We record the damage and what seems to have caused it. The report includes photos of each area of damage, and you decide what to send. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. If you’ve noticed damage from fallen branches or debris and new damp or leaks inside, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Roofs in small places like Tunbridge Hill frequently 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.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Where
- Tunbridge Hill (ME3)
- Region
- Medway
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Tunbridge Hill
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
What happens on the day
The visit has one job: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit typically takes about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. For a village or hamlet like Tunbridge Hill, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there’s access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
How to book
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Different roofs, different checks
Slate roofs
In high winds, slates can slip or go, often where nails have rusted. We record which slates have moved and any signs of older nail fatigue.
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. The report notes any damage to the stack.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Tunbridge Hill
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Tunbridge Hill?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
How do I find out if my home in Tunbridge Hill is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when you book.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Complain to your insurer first. 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.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
That’s not something we can promise. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it is safe. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take an hour or two for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The report is sent afterwards by email.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- How big the roof is
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Getting in touch
These details help when you get in touch:
- What made you get in touch
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Tunbridge Hill
Branches and trees frequently come down on roofs during storms. We record the damage and where it is, backed up with photos.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Water coming in after the storm
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Anyone responsible for a site like The Hundred of Hoo Academy will know that a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
What to check before booking
- What they will not be able to tell you
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
What we can’t see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- A price for the repairs
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings