Kent · London and the South East
Upper Hardres Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm around Upper Hardres, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Upper Hardres roofs and the weather
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
If you let a flat or house near Bekesbourne station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Take an older house close to Church of St Peter and St Paul: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Upper Hardres is about 4 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Upper Hardres can all book storm damage roof reports, with a written report and photographs every time. Across Kent, we cover Upper Hardres and the places around it.
Surveys in CT4 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You’ll find streets such as Broxhall Road and Hardres Court Road, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Lynsore Bottom (1 mile south-east), Pett Bottom (1 mile north-east), Lower Hardres (1 mile north), Petham (2 miles west) and Street End (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Ashford (11 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (10 miles south), Whitstable (10 miles north) and Deal (13 miles east).
Around Upper Hardres
We work in homes and buildings around The Duck pub and the streets around them. Upper Hardres’s nearest station is Bekesbourne station, roughly 3.9 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Canterbury Castle (4.1 miles north) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (3.5 miles north).
Storm damage roof report in Upper Hardres
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 photographs, and what we think the likely cause is. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We are not loss adjusters and cannot say whether a claim will be paid. If you’ve noticed flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and gaps where slates or tiles have gone, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
For a small place like Upper Hardres, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned in advance. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Location
- Upper Hardres (CT4)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Height and safe access
- How big the roof is
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Helping us price your survey
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- When you need the report by
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We don’t deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
Why get it checked now?
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Why us?
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- A written report with photos
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Nearby places to Upper Hardres
Other services in Upper Hardres
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Common questions in Upper Hardres
How do I find out if my home in Upper Hardres is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Upper Hardres in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Upper Hardres as anywhere else.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Please do not climb onto the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
What if the roof was already worn?
Insurers usually exclude wear and tear. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
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 are allowed to reach.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In a small place like Upper Hardres, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- 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.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.