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Storm damage roof report in West Street, Kent
Storm damage roof reports in West Street from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in West Street
A storm damage roof report is priced from £150. It is a written report with photographs, sent by email. It isn’t a repair quote and does not include repair costs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. Your insurer may also send its own loss adjuster. What you get is an independent record of the damage and what seems to have caused it. We survey slate and tile slopes, ridges and hips and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are torn or lifted flat roof coverings and lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles.
For a small place like West Street, the inspection is the same as anywhere: 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.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- West Street (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for West Street property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
Your insurer may send a loss adjuster to look at the damage. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
West Street roofs and the weather
With Leeds Castle about 4.2 miles west, West Street sits in an area with a long building history. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Homes near green spaces such as Kiln Wood can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn. Anyone responsible for a site like The Lenham School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
West Street is about 6 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We cover West Street and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and South East England. West Street is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Here we cover the ME17 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Close by, we survey roofs in Woodside Green (1 mile south-east), Payden Street (1 mile east), Lenham (1 mile south-west), Warren Street (2 miles east) and Wichling (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (9 miles west), Ashford (10 miles south-east), Canterbury (15 miles east), Sittingbourne (6 miles north), Whitstable (15 miles north-east) and Faversham (8 miles north-east).
Near you in West Street
In West Street, that means homes and buildings near Kiln Wood and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Lenham station, roughly 1.6 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Newnham Castle (3.9 miles north-east).
When to book a survey in West Street
Insurers often want evidence of what has been damaged and why. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. Your insurer still makes the decision.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
For landlords with property near Lenham station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
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What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take between one and two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Older rural homes like those around West Street 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 cannot see is noted.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We note what we can see of how tiles are fixed.
Chimney stacks
Older stacks with worn pointing or cracked flaunching are more likely to suffer. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Common questions in West Street
Will you come out to West Street?
Yes, West Street is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you cover West Street?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not included, so ask a roofer to quote.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We are not loss adjusters, and we don’t negotiate claims. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The size of the roof
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we can help you choose.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.