Kent · London and the South East
Wittersham Storm Damage Roof Report
A careful look at the roof at your property in Wittersham, with photographs and a written report.
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Wittersham
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.
People normally book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Water coming in after the storm
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Parish Church of St John the Baptist, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Before booking anyone
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What experience they bring
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
Storm damage roof report in Wittersham
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there’s access, and the roof itself where that is safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. If you’ve noticed torn or lifted flat roof coverings and loose or torn flashings, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Many homes in small places like Wittersham face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Wittersham (TN30)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Rural addresses near Wittersham can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there’s access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
How to book
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Wittersham
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Our price is 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.
Booking your survey
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The address and postcode of the property
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Common questions in Wittersham
Is Wittersham in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Wittersham as anywhere else.
Do you cover smaller places like Wittersham?
Yes. Wittersham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when booking.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Start by complaining to the insurer. If it isn’t resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
What if the roof was already worn?
Insurers usually exclude wear and tear. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. Your insurer decides the claim.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We aren’t loss adjusters and don’t act for you with the insurer. We provide an independent record of the roof for you to send to your insurer.
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
Storm damage roof reports in Wittersham: local notes
The wider area around Wittersham has a long history of building, with Smallhythe Place about 1.6 miles north. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. 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 let a flat or house near Rye station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Anyone responsible for a site like Wittersham Church of England Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Wittersham is about 11 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Wittersham is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Wittersham is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Storm damage roof reports in TN30 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include The Street, Poplar Road and Swan Cottages, and we cover them all. With the B2082 close by, Wittersham is easy for us to reach. We also cover the places around Wittersham: Acton (1 mile north-east), The Stocks (1 mile east), Stone Corner (1 mile north-east), Reading Street (2 miles north-east) and Stone in Oxney (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (11 miles north-east), Tenterden (4 miles north), Kennington (13 miles north-east), New Romney (11 miles east), Staplehurst (12 miles north-west) and Stanhope (10 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Wittersham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Swan pub. For rail, the closest station is Rye station, about 4.5 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Ypres Tower (4.8 miles south) and Smallhythe Place (1.6 miles north). The countryside around Wittersham includes Flatropers Wood.