Kent · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Wilsley Pound
An independent record of roof damage after a storm around Wilsley Pound, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Storm damage roof reports in Wilsley Pound: local notes
If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. 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. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
If you own a rental within reach of Staplehurst station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. Homes near green spaces such as Crane Valley can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If you look after a building such as Cranbrook Church of England Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Wilsley Pound is about 11 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. We visit Wilsley Pound as part of our work across Kent. We cover towns and villages across Kent. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Every address in TN17 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. Other places close to Wilsley Pound include Sissinghurst (1 mile east), Wilsley Green (1 mile south-west), Cranbrook Common (1 mile north-east), Flishinghurst (2 miles west) and Colliers Green (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles west), Tonbridge (13 miles north-west), Kings Hill (13 miles north-west) and Foley Park (12 miles north).
Local landmarks in Wilsley Pound
In Wilsley Pound, that means homes and buildings near Cranbrook School, Crane Valley and The Bull Public House, among other places. Wilsley Pound’s nearest station is Staplehurst station, about 4.4 miles north. A little further out are Benenden Hospital (3.4 miles south-east) and Sissinghurst Castle (1.6 miles east).
About our storm damage roof report in Wilsley Pound
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. Common reasons to book are loose or torn flashings and holes or cracks caused by debris, on gutters and fascias, slate and tile slopes and flat roofs.
Being in a small place like Wilsley Pound makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: 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, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Wilsley Pound (TN17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from ground level
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Photograph damage inside the house too
Questions about the findings are always welcome. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- What made you get in touch
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
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What else we do in Wilsley Pound
Why it is worth a survey now in Wilsley Pound
Your policy may say how quickly you need to report damage. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. Our report can then add a clear record. Older and listed buildings around Wilsley Pound may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Every finding written up with photos
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Wilsley Pound
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
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.
Wilsley Pound: your questions answered
Will you come out to Wilsley Pound?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Is my home in Wilsley Pound listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
How do I book a survey in Wilsley Pound?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
Only your insurer can decide that. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we will record the rest.
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take about one to two hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Around Wilsley Pound, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.