Kent · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Ulcombe
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Ulcombe. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Ulcombe
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it’s safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. We survey flashings, gutters and fascias and ridges and hips, and people most often book us about new damp or leaks inside and gaps where slates or tiles have gone.
Being in a small place like Ulcombe makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It is useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- Ulcombe (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in Ulcombe
Gusts work at anything on a roof that’s loose or exposed. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. People typically call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
Look out for signs like these:
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
If you own a rental within reach of Harrietsham station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Before booking anyone
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What exactly goes into their report
- How soon the report will arrive
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
Older stacks with worn pointing or cracked flaunching are more likely to suffer. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Lead flashings
Flashings with older defects frequently fail in high winds. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
Ulcombe roofs and the weather
Leeds Castle, about 2.5 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ulcombe. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. 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. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Ulcombe Church of England Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. For an older house near a landmark like All Saints Church, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Ulcombe is about 6 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Ulcombe for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Ulcombe is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the ME17 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on The Street and Chapmans Place or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover Fairbourne Heath (1 mile north-east), Eastwood (1 mile south-east), Kingswood (1 mile north-west), Chartway Street (1 mile north-west) and Broadstone (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (6 miles north-west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-east), Faversham (13 miles north-east), Kings Hill (11 miles west) and Davington (13 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Ulcombe
We work in homes and buildings around The Harrow Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Harrietsham station, roughly 2.5 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Sutton Valence Castle (2 miles west) and The Dog Collar Museum (2.3 miles north).
Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
How it works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about one to two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. For a village or hamlet like Ulcombe, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before we arrive
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
How to book
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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Ulcombe questions
Do you cover Ulcombe?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Ulcombe as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in Ulcombe is listed?
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.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We aren’t loss adjusters and do not act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
Will you check the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it is safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
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Honest limits
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks