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Landlord roof survey in Allington, Kent
Need a landlord roof survey in Allington? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Missing or loose roof coverings
Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Allington
Many let properties sit under roofs that have seen decades of weather. Fixings, flashings and underlay can fail before the slates or tiles themselves so it pays to check how the roof is holding up.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Flashings that have come away
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
Living close to Whatman Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn.
What to check before booking
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Landlord roof survey in Allington
We survey let and shared roofs in Allington and across London and the South East. Time on site normally takes an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. We inspect from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where it is safe, and by drone where it is applicable. You then get a photo-illustrated written report. Typical surveys look at loose ridge or hip tiles and failed flashings at walls and chimneys, on flat roofs on blocks, rented houses and gutters and downpipes.
In a smaller place like Allington, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Allington (ME16, ME20, ME14)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Ask residents to report damp right away
Many clients use the report as the basis for a maintenance plan. You can start with the urgent items and plan the rest over time.
Regular roof checks beat waiting for a leak. Many landlords and agents survey their roofs on a rolling basis, alongside yearly gutter clearing.
What happens on the day
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey typically takes between one and two hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. A visit to Allington is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed ahead of time. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can be seen safely.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Book a survey
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Allington
The wider area around Allington has a long history of building, with Stoneacre about 4.2 miles south-east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Fremlin Walk, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. Take an older house close to St. Nicholas' Church: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Allington is about 2 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Allington for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Allington is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover.
All of ME16, ME20 and ME14 is within our area for landlord roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Wyatt Road, Beaver Road and Godwin Road and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Aylesford (1 mile north-west), Fant (1 mile south), Ditton (2 miles west), East Farleigh (2 miles south) and Kettle Corner (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns like Sittingbourne (11 miles east), Sevenoaks (13 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west), Gravesend (11 miles north-west), Tonbridge (11 miles south-west) and Northfleet (12 miles north-west).
Around Allington
We work in homes and buildings around St. Simon Stock Catholic School, Whatman Park and Malta Inn. The nearest railway station is Barming station, about 0.8 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Queen's Own Royal West Kent Regiment Museum (1.3 miles south-east) and Fremlin Walk (1.3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Burham Down and Boxley Hills.
Common questions in Allington
How do I find out if my home in Allington is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Barming station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Will you inspect a roof that several owners share?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. Where a neighbouring roof is not part of the access, we can only see it from vantage points, and the report says so.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. The written report follows by email.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when you book.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Allington?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we will take it from there. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Water that gets into one flat can affect others below. Spotting roof defects early helps protect the whole building. Around Allington, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Why book us in Allington
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Allington
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Height and safe access
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The size of the roof
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What to let us know when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.