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Storm damage roof report in Walmer, Kent
Independent storm damage roof reports in Walmer. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Walmer
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there is access, and the roof itself where that’s safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. Typical surveys look at flat roof edges peeled back and new damp or leaks inside, on gutters and fascias, flashings and ridges and hips.
In older homes around places like Walmer, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Finding where it gets in, and whether it’s old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are often the first clues.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Place
- Walmer (CT14)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Walmer
Walmer is within about 1 mile of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Driving rain off the sea can be pushed into gaps that stay dry in calmer weather. The wider area around Walmer has a long history of building, with Walmer Castle about 0.3 miles south-east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Walmer means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it pays to find faults before guests do. For landlords with property near Walmer station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Walmer is about 6 miles north-east of Dover, in Kent. Walmer gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. Across Kent, we cover Walmer and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
All of CT14 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as Lawn Road, York Road and Grams Road. Walmer is on the A258, so it’s easy for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Deal (1 mile north), Mill Hill (1 mile north-west), Great Mongeham (2 miles north-west), Sholden (2 miles north-west) and Ripple (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (15 miles west), Margate (12 miles north), Dover (6 miles south-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (9 miles north) and Broadstairs (11 miles north).
Around Walmer
Typical jobs here are in homes near Goodwin Academy and The Telegraph pub. Walmer’s nearest station is Walmer station, roughly 0.7 miles west. A little further out are Kent Museum of the Moving Image (1.4 miles north) and Walmer Castle (less than half a mile south-east).
Practical tips
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Check how your policy defines a storm
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
What we do, step by step
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Walmer, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- 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.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Common questions in Walmer
How do I find out if my home in Walmer is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover smaller places like Walmer?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Will you check the loft?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
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.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is usually excluded from home insurance. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so it is clear what we found. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Walmer?
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
Look out for signs like these:
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Damaged gutters and fascias
If you look after a building such as The Downs Church of England Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Questions to ask before booking
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Their report turnaround times
Why it is worth a survey now in Walmer
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It sets out what we found and the likely cause, so you are not relying only on your own photos. On a bungalow or cottage around Walmer, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why us?
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Package prices that include VAT
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Surveys seven days a week
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.