Kent · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Appledore
A careful look at the let or shared roof at your property in Appledore, with photos and a written report.
- Flashings that have come away
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Blocked gutters over flats
Useful tips for Appledore property owners
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Make sure the loft space can be accessed
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
We don’t advise on leases or who should pay. Our report sets out the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly, and plan the rest. Left alone, minor faults usually get worse.
Landlord roof survey in Appledore: what you get
We survey let and shared roofs in Appledore and across London and South East England. A visit usually takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. We inspect from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe, and by drone where it’s applicable. You then get a written report with photographs. If you are worried about slipped or missing slates and tiles and splits and blisters in flat roof coverings, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Appledore, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it is usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Appledore (TN26)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. The survey typically takes an hour or two at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Around Appledore, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we’ll need.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Preparing for the visit
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
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Questions from Appledore
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Appledore?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Will you come out to Appledore?
Yes. Appledore is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details as you book.
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Appledore?
Many blocks and converted houses have several roof types. Each wears differently, and flat roofs over rear additions frequently need attention sooner.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
Landlords with a home close to Appledore (Kent) station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Appledore homes and their roofs
Smallhythe Place, about 3.9 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Appledore. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, 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.
The streets around a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Appledore is about 8 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. We carry out landlord roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Appledore and the surrounding area. Appledore is one of the places in Kent we cover for landlord roof surveys. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Every address in TN26 is within our area for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on The Street, Old Way and Court Lodge Road. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Appledore Heath (1 mile north), Stone in Oxney (1 mile south-west), Reading Street (2 miles west), Stone Corner (3 miles west) and Brattle (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Ashford (8 miles north-east), Hythe (13 miles east), Tenterden (5 miles north-west), Kennington (10 miles north-east), New Romney (7 miles south-east) and Staplehurst (14 miles north-west).
What’s near Appledore
For rail, the closest station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 1.3 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (3.6 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Orlestone Forest.
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What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Building height and the viewpoints available
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
What we need to know
We’ll usually ask about:
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
Why get it checked now?
Defects caught early can often be dealt with as planned work. Left until it leaks, a roof can damage ceilings and tenants’ belongings, plus urgent call-outs. In a small place like Appledore, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why book us in Appledore
- 98% customer satisfaction
- PI and public liability insurance
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
See our cost guide and two real surveys.