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Wichling Storm Damage Roof Report
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Wichling. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Lead lifted at abutments
What we can’t see
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
How a storm damage roof report works in Wichling
Our storm damage report gives you an independent, written record of how a storm has affected your roof. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We aren’t loss adjusters and cannot say whether a claim will be paid. We survey chimney stacks, ridges and hips and slate and tile slopes, and common reasons people get in touch are cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and torn or lifted flat roof coverings.
In a village or hamlet like Wichling, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Wichling (ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Wichling
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
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FAQs for Wichling
Is Wichling within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Wichling?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
It varies by policy. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We are not loss adjusters, and we don’t negotiate claims. We provide an independent record of the roof for you to send to your insurer.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Wichling?
Just phone 07833 053749 or email us. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We check everything that can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Common roof problems in Wichling
Roofs that were already worn are more likely to suffer in a storm. Nail fatigue, eroded ridge mortar and tired flashings can all fail in high winds. Our report notes both the storm damage and any older wear.
People normally book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
If you live in an older home near Church of St Margaret, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
What to check before booking
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Which limits apply to the survey
How it works
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there is safe access. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Rural addresses near Wichling can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Wichling roofs and the weather
Belmont House and Gardens, about 4.1 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Wichling. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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.
For landlords with property near Lenham station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. If you live near a park like Doddington Place Gardens, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Wichling is about 5 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Wichling gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at what can be seen safely, photographs and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Kent. Maidstone is in our area too.
Every address in ME9 is covered for storm damage roof reports. We also cover the places around Wichling: Doddington (1 mile north-east), Hollybushes (1 mile north-west), Bluetown (1 mile north), Payden Street (1 mile south) and West Street (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles west), Ashford (10 miles south-east), Canterbury (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (5 miles north), Whitstable (13 miles north-east) and Faversham (7 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Wichling
In Wichling, that means homes and buildings near Doddington Place Gardens, among other places. The closest station to Wichling is Lenham station, roughly 3.2 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Newnham Castle (2.4 miles north-east).
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. We record any damage we can see.
Slate roofs
After strong winds, we often see cracked and slipped slates. Each area is photographed and described.
Useful tips for Wichling property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. 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.