Kent · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Bluetown
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? We carry out landlord roof surveys in Bluetown and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
Landlord roof surveys in Bluetown: local notes
About 4.4 miles east lies Belmont House and Gardens, a reminder of how long the area around Bluetown has been built on. 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. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Trees in and around Cromers Wood shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Catherine, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Bluetown is about 4 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Bluetown is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Kent. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Surveys in ME9 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Hollybushes (1 mile west), Milstead (1 mile north-west), Doddington (1 mile south-east), Wichling (1 mile south) and Frinsted (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (10 miles west), Ashford (12 miles south-east), Canterbury (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (4 miles north), Whitstable (13 miles east) and Faversham (6 miles east).
Around Bluetown
We work in homes and buildings around Cromers Wood. For rail, the closest station is Sittingbourne station, about 3.6 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Newnham Castle (2.4 miles east) and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (3.4 miles north).
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Bluetown
Getting into every part of a building takes planning. The roof space and certain flats may need to be opened up for us and residents will need to be told ahead of time. You or your agent arrange access, and we confirm what we need as you book. Any part we couldn’t reach is noted in the report. If you’ve noticed damp or stains in top-floor flats and leaking joints at party walls, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Older buildings in small places like Bluetown may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
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
- Bluetown (ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can be seen safely, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take an hour or two at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a small place like Bluetown, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can be seen safely.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
How to prepare
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Keep pets in another room
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Advice
Common questions in Bluetown
Is my home in Bluetown listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you cover smaller places like Bluetown?
Yes. Bluetown is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
How do I book a survey in Bluetown?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Will you say whether the freeholder or leaseholders should pay?
No. The lease typically decides who is responsible and we do not give legal advice. What we provide is a clear record of the roof’s condition to help those discussions.
Who do you carry out landlord roof surveys for?
We work for landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders, as well as RTM and residents’ management companies. Leaseholders sometimes book it as well.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes, that is one of the main reasons clients book. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed to keep your plan up to date.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
- Give residents notice before a survey
You receive a report with photographs and recommendations ranked by urgency where relevant. We send it by email ready to pass on to whoever needs it.
Keep gutters and outlets clear and include any valley or parapet gutters. Blocked gutters are a common cause of leaks into top-floor flats.
Common roof problems in Bluetown
Reports of leaks or damp from tenants often lead to a survey. We check whether the roof or rainwater system is the likely cause from what’s visible.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
Landlords with a home close to Sittingbourne station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Before booking anyone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
How we price landlord roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Height and safe access
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll usually ask about:
- What made you get in touch
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The address and postcode of the property
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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What we cannot see
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- A full structural assessment of the building
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.