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Storm damage roof report in Wanshurst Green, Kent
Storm damage roof reports in Wanshurst Green from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
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Storm damage roof report in Wanshurst Green
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. We note signs of each: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We give an honest view of what we see. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. If you’re worried about loose or torn flashings and roofs hit by falling trees, we can find out what’s behind it, on gutters and fascias, chimney stacks and ridges and hips alike.
Many homes in small places like Wanshurst Green face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Wanshurst Green (TN12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports in Wanshurst Green: local notes
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. 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.
If you live in an older home near St Michael and All Angels Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Wanshurst Green is about 6 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Roofs in Wanshurst Green get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Our area takes in places right across Kent. There is also a page for Maidstone.
All of TN12 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. If you’re just outside Wanshurst Green, we cover St Ann's Green (1 mile north), Milebush (1 mile north-west), Underling Green (1 mile north), Marden Thorn (1 mile south) and Cross-at-Hand (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (6 miles north), Ashford (15 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles west), Tonbridge (11 miles west) and Kings Hill (8 miles north-west).
Around Wanshurst Green
Wanshurst Green’s nearest station is Marden station, about 1.2 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include South East Romany Museum (0.5 miles south-west) and Sutton Valence Castle (4.1 miles north-east).
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What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Areas we can’t see safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Wanshurst Green
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
Wanshurst Green: your questions answered
Is my home in Wanshurst Green listed or in a conservation area?
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 Wanshurst Green within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Raise it with your insurer first. If it is not resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it’s covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
That is not something we can promise. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How we price storm damage roof reports
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Roof area
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Which survey package you book
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What to let us know when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Acting quickly typically means less damage overall. For an older or listed building in a place like Wanshurst Green, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why book us in Wanshurst Green
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- PI and public liability insurance
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Visits on any day of the week
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere as small as Wanshurst Green, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
How to prepare
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Booking a survey
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Wanshurst Green, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
Common roof problems in Wanshurst Green
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
Look out for signs like these:
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Broken or displaced guttering
Landlords with a home close to Marden station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
What to check before booking
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Their track record with similar roofs
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Water can get in where ridge tiles have moved. Each one is recorded with photos.
Lead flashings
Lifted flashings let rain run behind them into the roof. We note where this has happened and any damp inside.