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Landlord roof survey in Acton, Kent
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for Acton, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Flashings that have come away
- Leaks into upper flats
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
Landlord roof survey in Acton
A roof over tenants or leaseholders frequently gets attention only when water comes in. A condition survey lets you find problems before they become leaks so work can be planned, not rushed. You get a written report with photos to keep on file for the building. Many landlords and agents repeat it every few years to keep maintenance plans current. We are often asked to look into damaged pots and flaunching and worn ridges, hips and verges, across blocks of flats, converted houses and gutters and downpipes.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Acton (TN30)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Tenants can only report what shows inside. By the time a stain appears, water may have been getting in for a while. We check the roof, not just the symptoms. In a place like Acton, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Why book us in Acton
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Surveys seven days a week
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- PI and public liability insurance
DIY checks: what’s safe
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Also in Acton
Surveys for landlords and agents in Acton
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
- Check the roof space can be accessed
- Ask residents to report damp straight away
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
How soon the report arrives depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Pick the package that suits the building and your timescale.
Make sure the loft hatch can be reached and opened so a surveyor can look inside the roof. Stored items over the hatch make checks harder.
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take about one to two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Rural addresses near Acton 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.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- Access to flats and the roof space is arranged with you ahead of time.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Before we arrive
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Tell us about parking before the day
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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FAQs for Acton
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Appledore (Kent) station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Acton?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
How do I book a survey in Acton?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable.
Do you survey roofs shared between flats?
Yes. We survey what we can access and see safely. Areas we couldn’t see are noted as well as what could.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take about one to two hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The written report follows by email.
Local roofs in Acton
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. The wider area around Acton has a long history of building, with Smallhythe Place about 1.5 miles north-west. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark like Parish Church of St John the Baptist, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Anyone responsible for a site like Wittersham Church of England Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Acton is about 10 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. We carry out landlord roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Acton and the surrounding area. Our Kent coverage includes Acton. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in TN30 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in The Stocks (1 mile south), Stone Corner (1 mile north-east), Wittersham (1 mile south-west), Reading Street (2 miles north-east) and Stone in Oxney (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (10 miles north-east), Tenterden (4 miles north), Kennington (12 miles north-east), New Romney (10 miles east), Staplehurst (12 miles north-west) and Stanhope (10 miles north-east).
Near you in Acton
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Ewe And Lamb Inn. For rail, the closest station is Appledore (Kent) station, roughly 4.4 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Smallhythe Place (1.5 miles north-west) and Ypres Tower (4.9 miles south). Open spaces near Acton include Flatropers Wood.
What we are asked to look at in Acton
A tenant reporting damp or a stained ceiling is a common reason to book. The survey helps show whether the roof, gutters or flashings are involved, as far as can be seen.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
If you own a rental within reach of Appledore (Kent) station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Their report turnaround times
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?