Kent · London and the South East
Bedgebury Cross Landlord Roof Survey
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Bedgebury Cross, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
Landlord roof survey in Bedgebury Cross: what you get
The lease usually decides who is responsible for the roof and who pays. We do not give legal advice on leases but we can give you an independent record of the roof’s condition. That can help when owners, freeholders and agents need to agree what happens next. The report sets out what we saw, with photos and recommendations. Common reasons to book are ponding or splits on flat roofs and leaking joints at party walls, on converted houses, rented houses and shared roofs.
Somewhere as small as Bedgebury Cross, homes are frequently 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’s usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Bedgebury Cross (TN17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Bedgebury Cross questions
Do you cover Bedgebury Cross?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Bedgebury Cross is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Bedgebury Cross is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is a landlord roof survey the same as a full building survey?
No. We survey the roof, not the whole building. It isn’t a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey or a structural engineer’s report.
What’s the price of a landlord roof survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The building’s size, roofs and access all affect the price. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant so you can plan spending. Repair costs are not included, but contractors can price from it.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Let us know about it when you book and we will explain what’s needed.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
How the survey changes by roof type
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Most let houses and many blocks have pitched roofs of slate or tiles. Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys and flashings are inspected where it is safe to see them.
Gutters and downpipes
Valley and box gutters on blocks can overflow inside. We give them close attention.
The survey, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Somewhere as small as Bedgebury Cross, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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 roof space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Ask residents to report damp straight away
- File each roof report for future reference
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
Questions about the findings are welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and Premium includes an in-person consultation.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. Early reports let you act before damage spreads.
Nearby places to Bedgebury Cross
Other services in Bedgebury Cross
Why get it checked now?
Budgets work best when they’re based on the roof’s actual condition. Our report separates urgent items from those that can wait, so spending can be spread sensibly. For older village homes like those around Bedgebury Cross, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why us?
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Plain-English reports with photos
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Bedgebury Cross
Historic houses such as Scotney Castle, about 1.8 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Bedgebury Cross goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Christ Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Bedgebury Cross is about 9 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Anywhere in Bedgebury Cross, we can come and survey your property. Bedgebury Cross is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for landlord roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
All of TN17 is within our area for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets like Bedgebury Road and Lady Oak Lane, all of which we cover. We also cover Riseden (1 mile north-west), Kilndown (1 mile west), Stonecrouch (2 miles south-west), Flimwell (2 miles south) and Three Leg Cross (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (13 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (9 miles north-west), Tonbridge (11 miles north-west), Kings Hill (13 miles north), Foley Park (14 miles north) and Paddock Wood (7 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Bedgebury Cross
Other landmarks nearby include Ticehurst House Hospital (3.5 miles south-west) and Old Scotney Castle (1.7 miles west). Not far away are Bewl Water.
Honest limits
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- A full building survey of every part of the property
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
- Rented houses
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The roof’s overall size
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The address and postcode of the property
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, tell us about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.