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Landlord roof survey in Bishopstone, Kent
Wondering about the let or shared roof at a property in Bishopstone? We carry out landlord roof surveys in Bishopstone and across Kent.
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Bishopstone
Bishopstone is within about 1 mile of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council.
Landlords with a home close to Herne Bay station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary the Virgin: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Bishopstone is about 2 miles east of Herne Bay, in Kent. We cover Bishopstone and the rest of Kent. Across Kent, we cover Bishopstone. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: CT6. Whether your property is on Manor Road, Puffin Road and Neville Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Bishopstone, we cover Hillborough (1 mile south), Beltinge (1 mile west), Hawthorn (1 mile south), Reculver (1 mile east) and Broomfield (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (8 miles south-west), Margate (9 miles east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (11 miles east), Whitstable (6 miles west) and Deal (14 miles south-east).
Near you in Bishopstone
Typical jobs here are in homes near Bishopstone Cliffs. The closest station to Bishopstone is Herne Bay station, about 2.4 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (5.3 miles west). Green spaces nearby include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Bishopstone
We survey let and shared roofs in Bishopstone and across London and South East England. Time on site usually takes an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Everything is inspected as far as it can be seen safely, and by drone where it’s applicable. A written report with photos follows. Typical surveys look at flashings that have come away and ponding or splits on flat roofs, on flat roofs on blocks, blocks of flats and shared roofs.
In a smaller place like Bishopstone, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Place
- Bishopstone (CT6)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the let or shared roof.
What happens on the day
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes an hour or two at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Being in a smaller place like Bishopstone doesn’t change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- You or your agent arrange access to the loft space and any flats we need to enter.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the roof space and the roof itself where safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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What this survey cannot tell you
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- Parts of the roof we cannot safely see or access
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Bishopstone
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
Useful tips for Bishopstone property owners
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
- Tell tenants when we are coming
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
Many clients use the report as the basis for a maintenance plan. Urgent items can be dealt with first 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 with gutters cleared every year.
Also near Bishopstone
What else we do in Bishopstone
What we are asked to look at in Bishopstone
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.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Flashings that have come away
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Leaking joints at party walls
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Reculver Church of England Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Questions to ask before you book
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What insurance they carry
- Which limits apply to the survey
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Bishopstone
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Herne Bay station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need.
Will you come out to Bishopstone?
Yes, Bishopstone is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. You will then get the report by email.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Bishopstone
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How big the roof is
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Which survey package you book
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.