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Waterham Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Waterham, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Stains appearing after strong winds
How a storm damage roof report works in Waterham
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We give an honest view of what we see. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. Common reasons to book are torn or lifted flat roof coverings and roofs hit by falling trees, across chimney stacks, flat roofs and flashings.
Being in a small place like Waterham makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Waterham (ME13)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Waterham
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Waterham. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Storm damage roof reports around Waterham
Waterham lies within about 2 miles of the sea, so storms can arrive with strong gusts off the water. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies, and the insurer decides the claim. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is 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.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Hernhill Church of England Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. For landlords with property near Whitstable station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. If you live near a park such as Seasalter Levels, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Waterham is about 3 miles south-west of Whitstable, in Kent. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Waterham and nearby. Our Kent coverage includes Waterham. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
We cover every part of ME13 for storm damage roof reports. Close by, we survey roofs in Highstreet (1 mile east), Dargate (1 mile south), Hernhill (1 mile south-west), Graveney (1 mile west) and Culmers (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (14 miles south), Canterbury (6 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles west), Whitstable (3 miles north-east), Faversham (4 miles west) and Herne Bay (7 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Waterham
Around Waterham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Seasalter Levels, among other places. Waterham’s nearest station is Whitstable station, roughly 3.4 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (4 miles north-east) and Tankerton Castle (3.7 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Why act early in Waterham
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. We record storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Waterham, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
FAQs for Waterham
Is my home in Waterham listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you come out to Waterham?
Yes, Waterham is covered. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We will talk about access when booking.
What if the roof was already worn?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so it’s clear what we found. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. It does not include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for those.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
There’s no single figure. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Your policy document will say.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- File receipts for anything you pay for
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. With binoculars, you can frequently spot problems without climbing. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
How it works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. All told, expect between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a hamlet or village like Waterham, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Booking a survey
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
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What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- House, block, shop or office
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Booking your survey
We’ll typically ask about:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- When you need the report by
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.