Kent · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Whitfield
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Whitfield. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. We photograph each gap.
Chimney stacks
Older stacks with worn pointing or cracked flaunching are more likely to suffer. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
About our storm damage roof report in Whitfield
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. It is yours to pass to your insurer. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We are not loss adjusters and can’t say whether a claim will be paid. If you are worried about damage from fallen branches or debris and damaged pots on the stack, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In older homes around places like Whitfield, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Whether it’s long-term wear or recent damage makes a difference to what happens next. Wet battens and insulation in the loft are often the first clue.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Place
- Whitfield (CT16)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What affects the price in Whitfield
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Roof area
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What to tell us when you contact us
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- The property’s address and postcode
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What made you get in touch
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Common roof problems in Whitfield
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. An independent report gives you another view of the roof. What happens next is up to the insurer.
We are often asked to look at:
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Whitfield Aspen School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- What insurance they carry
How the survey works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Homes around Whitfield often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. Inside, the loft is checked where it can be reached safely.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, so you are not relying only on your own photos. In an older home around Whitfield, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
For a price for your roof in Whitfield, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- An independent view of the roof
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- 20+ years’ experience
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Storm damage roof reports in Whitfield: local notes
Whitfield lies within about 3 miles of the sea. 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’s listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
If you own a rental within reach of Kearsney station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. If you live near a park such as Old Park Hill, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Whitfield is about 1 mile north of Dover, in Kent. Wherever you are in Whitfield, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property. Whitfield is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for storm damage roof reports. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
We survey roofs across CT16 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Local streets include Khartoum Square, Wheatsheaf Square and Alison Crescent. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Temple Ewell (1 mile south-west), River (1 mile south-west), Kearsney (1 mile south-west), Dover (1 mile south) and Lydden (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns like Canterbury (12 miles north-west), Folkestone (8 miles south-west), Ramsgate (13 miles north), Broadstairs (15 miles north-east), Deal (6 miles north-east) and Hythe (11 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Whitfield
In Whitfield, that means homes and buildings near Old Park Hill and St Edmund's Catholic School. Whitfield’s nearest station is Kearsney station, about 1.2 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find Buckland Hospital (1.9 miles south) and Dover Transport Museum (0.7 miles south). Open spaces near Whitfield include Dover Western Heights.
Whitfield questions
Is Whitfield within the area you cover?
Yes. Whitfield is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Whitfield, take more of a battering?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Please do not climb onto the roof. Take photos from the ground or from windows. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for those.
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.