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Storm damage roof report in West Farleigh, Kent
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in West Farleigh, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damaged pots on the stack
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in West Farleigh
What counts as a storm depends on your policy, though many use gusts of about 55 mph. Your policy document sets out its own definition. We don’t decide whether a storm met that test. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. The claim decision rests with your insurer. If you’ve noticed damaged ridges and hips and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind, we can find out what’s behind it, on flashings, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes alike.
For a small place like West Farleigh, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. It’s useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- West Farleigh (ME15)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Edge trims and laps are frequently where flat roof coverings start to peel back. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We record what we can see of the fixings.
Landlord and commercial surveys in West Farleigh
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in West Farleigh
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
Leaks and storm damage in West Farleigh
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
For landlords with property near East Farleigh station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. Anyone responsible for a site like Oakwood Park Grammar School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. Living close to Quarry Wood is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
West Farleigh is about 3 miles west of Maidstone, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in West Farleigh can all book storm damage roof reports. Our Kent coverage includes West Farleigh and the places around it.
All of ME15 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Close by, we survey roofs in Farleigh Green (1 mile east), Hoppers Corner (1 mile north-east), Teston (1 mile north-west), Barming Heath (1 mile north) and Kettle Corner (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (3 miles east), Sittingbourne (14 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north) and Tonbridge (8 miles south-west).
Near you in West Farleigh
Typical jobs here are in homes near Quarry Wood and The Tickled Trout pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is East Farleigh station, about 1.4 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Allington Castle (3.9 miles north-east) and Oakwood Hospital (1.9 miles north-east).
Leave it or get it looked at?
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. For an older or listed building in a place like West Farleigh, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why book us in West Farleigh
- Visits on any day of the week
- A written report with photographs
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
West Farleigh: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in West Farleigh?
Yes, West Farleigh is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you come out to West Farleigh?
Yes. West Farleigh is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How the survey works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey typically takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. For a village or hamlet like West Farleigh, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
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Checking the roof from the ground
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.