Kent · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Wateringbury
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Wateringbury, with photos and a clear written report.
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- New damp or leaks inside
About our storm damage roof report in Wateringbury
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Check your own policy wording. We don’t decide whether a storm met that test. We record the damage and what seems to have caused it. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We survey chimney stacks, flashings and gutters and fascias, and people most often book us about cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and torn or lifted flat roof coverings.
In a village or hamlet like Wateringbury, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We check what can safely be seen and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Wateringbury (ME18)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Wind, rain and roofs in Wateringbury
With Old Soar Manor about 4.4 miles west, Wateringbury sits in an area with a long building history. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you own a rental within reach of Wateringbury station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St John the Baptist, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Wateringbury is about 5 miles west of Maidstone, in Kent. Whether the building in Wateringbury is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
We work across the ME18 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We cover properties on Glebe Meadow, Allington Gardens and Hanbury Close and the roads around them. We also cover Nettlestead (1 mile south-west), Red Hill (1 mile north-east), Teston (1 mile east), Kings Hill (1 mile north-west) and West Farleigh (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (10 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles south-west), Gravesend (12 miles north) and Tonbridge (7 miles south-west).
What’s near Wateringbury
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Wateringbury pub. Wateringbury has its own railway station: Wateringbury station. Well-known places in the area include Oakwood Hospital (2.9 miles east) and Teapot Island (2.2 miles south).
Surveys for landlords and agents in Wateringbury
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
FAQs for Wateringbury
Do you cover Wateringbury?
Yes, Wateringbury is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Wateringbury?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone.
How long is the visit?
It normally takes between one and two hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. The report follows by email.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
What affects the price in Wateringbury
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
For a price for your roof in Wateringbury, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll typically ask about:
- What made you get in touch
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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Useful tips for Wateringbury property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
After the visit, we write up the report with photos of each area of damage. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. We record any damage we can see.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. We record which are damaged and where.
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a photo-illustrated written report. On timing, it normally takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Wateringbury often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Wateringbury, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Wateringbury
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. Our report covers flat and pitched roofs.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Loose or torn flashings
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
If you look after a building like Wateringbury Church of England Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Questions to ask before booking
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price