Kent · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Wormshill, Kent
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Wormshill and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
What affects the price in Wormshill
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Height and safe access
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Wormshill, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Storm damage roof report in Wormshill: what you get
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm 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 broken chimney pots and cowls and new damp or leaks inside, on chimney stacks, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes.
Roofs in small places like Wormshill often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Wormshill (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Wormshill
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
When you need someone else
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- Areas we can’t see safely
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
Wormshill questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Wormshill?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Wormshill in the area you cover?
Yes, Wormshill is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Insurers typically exclude wear and tear. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. Your insurer decides the claim.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Complain to your insurer first. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we cannot say how it will turn out.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
That’s not something we can promise. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it is safe, photograph the damage before it is covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
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.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Wormshill
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. About 3.7 miles south-west lies Leeds Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Wormshill has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you let a flat or house near Harrietsham station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. Take an older house close to St Giles: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Wormshill is about 4 miles south-west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We provide storm damage roof reports for householders, landlords and businesses in Wormshill and nearby. Wormshill is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for storm damage roof reports. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
We work across ME9 for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include The Street, Dray's Field and Bottom Pond Road. Other places close to Wormshill include Bicknor (1 mile north-west), Hucking (2 miles west), Hollingbourne (3 miles south-west), Marley (3 miles south) and Harrietsham (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (7 miles west), Ashford (12 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (4 miles north-east), Whitstable (15 miles east), Faversham (9 miles east) and Minster (10 miles north-east).
Around Wormshill
In Wormshill, that means homes and buildings near The Blacksmith's Arms Public House and the streets around them. The closest station to Wormshill is Harrietsham station, about 2.9 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find KIMS hospital (6 miles west) and Leeds Castle (3.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Wormshill include Detling Hill.
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
Your insurer may send a loss adjuster to look at the damage. You will have your own independent record to refer to.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They can help show the roof was looked after.
How the survey works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. For a village or hamlet like Wormshill, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- You let us know 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 the ground, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photos.
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Leave side gates unlocked
Book a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
Why act early in Wormshill
If the damage is partly wear and tear, it’s better to know. We record storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. For an older or listed building in a place like Wormshill, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What you get with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Every finding written up with photos
- An independent look at the roof
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.