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Storm damage roof report in West Stourmouth, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in West Stourmouth. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damaged ridges and hips
Storm damage roof report in West Stourmouth
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from ground level or from windows, and do not climb onto the roof. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. If you’ve noticed slipped or missing slates or tiles and damaged pots on the stack, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Many homes in small places like West Stourmouth face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- West Stourmouth (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in West Stourmouth
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. We can’t say whether the decision will change.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Water coming in after the storm
Anyone responsible for a site like Preston Primary School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- When you will get the report
- What exactly goes into their report
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
FAQs for West Stourmouth
Will you come out to West Stourmouth?
Yes, West Stourmouth is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Is my home in West Stourmouth listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We check everything that can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in West Stourmouth?
Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
How long is the visit?
Most surveys take about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. We will confirm the timing when booking.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in West Stourmouth
The coast is about 5 miles or less from West Stourmouth, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. 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. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Homes near green spaces such as Grove Ferry Picnic Area can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
West Stourmouth is about 6 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Anywhere in West Stourmouth, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property. West Stourmouth is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for storm damage roof reports. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
All of CT3 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover the places around West Stourmouth: East Stourmouth (1 mile east), Grove (1 mile south-west), Preston (1 mile south), Sarre (1 mile north) and Upstreet (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns like Canterbury (7 miles west), Margate (8 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles east), Broadstairs (9 miles east) and Whitstable (9 miles west).
Local landmarks in West Stourmouth
In West Stourmouth, that means homes and buildings near Grove Ferry Picnic Area, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Minster station, roughly 3.7 miles east. For a walk, there’s Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Also in West Stourmouth
What we cannot see
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in West Stourmouth
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
Useful tips for West Stourmouth property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Check how your policy defines a storm
After the visit, we write up the report with photos of each area of damage. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Surveys for landlords and agents in West Stourmouth
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in West Stourmouth. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How we price storm damage roof reports
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The size of the roof
- The shape of the roof and its details
- House, block, shop or office
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- When you need the report by
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older rural homes like those around West Stourmouth can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- 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.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.