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Landlord roof survey in Barrowhill, Kent
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for Barrowhill, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
Landlord roof survey in Barrowhill
Shared roofs on blocks, converted houses and terraces raise their own questions. We inspect the roof as far as it can safely be seen, including from the loft space and the flats where access is arranged. The report records the condition of each part giving all parties the same information. We can only inspect the parts of a shared roof we are allowed to reach. Typical surveys look at ponding or splits on flat roofs and missing or loose roof coverings, across rented houses, blocks of flats and flat roofs on blocks.
Somewhere as small as Barrowhill, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Where
- Barrowhill (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Barrowhill
Many let properties sit under roofs that have seen decades of weather. Nails, battens, flashings and underlay often fail before good slates or tiles so it pays to check how the roof is holding up.
Look out for signs like these:
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
If you let a flat or house near Westenhanger station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
What to check before booking
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What follow-up you get after the report
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether the price includes VAT
Barrowhill homes and their roofs
Barrowhill lies within about 4 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces. Historic houses such as Westenhanger Castle, about 1 mile east, show how far back building in the area around Barrowhill goes. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Anyone responsible for a site like Sellindge Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Barrowhill is about 4 miles north-west of Hythe, in Kent. Anywhere in Barrowhill, we can carry out landlord roof surveys at your property. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Canterbury is in our area too.
Here we cover the TN25 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. You’ll find streets like Barrow Hill, Bernhurst Close and Meadow Grove, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Westenhanger (1 mile east), Newingreen (1 mile south-east), Berwick (2 miles south-east), Lympne (2 miles south-east) and West Hythe (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (7 miles north-west), Canterbury (13 miles north), Dover (13 miles east), Folkestone (7 miles east), Hythe (4 miles south-east) and Tower Hamlets (13 miles east).
Local landmarks in Barrowhill
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Sandling Park and the streets around them. The closest station to Barrowhill is Westenhanger station, roughly 1.3 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include William Harvey Hospital (5.1 miles north-west) and Lympne Castle (1.9 miles south). For a walk, there is Hatch Park and Tolsford Hill.
FAQs for Barrowhill
Can a landlord with a rental near Westenhanger station book a roof survey?
Yes, that is a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Barrowhill?
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.
Do you cover Barrowhill?
Yes. We cover Barrowhill and the rest of Kent. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Can you survey in bad weather?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain. Strong wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions are not right we’ll arrange another day with you.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Checking the roof from ground level
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Towns and villages near Barrowhill
Other services in Barrowhill
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Barrowhill
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- When you need the report by
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Relying on what tenants report means relying on what they can see. By the time a stain appears, water may have been getting in for a while. A survey looks at the roof itself. For older village homes like those around Barrowhill, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What you get with us
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 20+ years’ experience
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos. On timing, it typically takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere like Barrowhill needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is looked at from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Arrange a survey
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.