Kent · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Bonnington, Kent
Need a landlord roof survey in Bonnington? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Flashings that have come away
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Bonnington
Access needs arranging before a survey of a let or shared building. We may need to get into the loft space and some or all of the flats and residents will need to be told beforehand. Your agent or you arrange access, and we confirm what we need as you book. Where we can’t get into part of the building, the report says so. Common reasons to book are cracked or leaning shared chimneys and leaking joints at party walls, on converted houses, rented houses and shared roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Bonnington are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. 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.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Place
- Bonnington (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Older roofs in small places like Bonnington can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Keep pets in another room
How to book
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Honest limits
It’s a careful look at the let or shared roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- A full building survey of every part of the property
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Responsibility under a lease
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Bonnington
The wider area around Bonnington has a long history of building, with Westenhanger Castle about 4.4 miles east. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you look after a building such as Aldington Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you own a rental within reach of Ham Street station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Bonnington is about 5 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. Bonnington is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Bonnington is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
All of TN25 is within our area for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Cherry Orchard Lane and Bourne Road, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Bonnington: Aldington (1 mile north-east), Clap Hill (1 mile north-east), Aldington Frith (1 mile north-west), Stonestreet Green (1 mile north-east) and Postling Green (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (5 miles north-west), Canterbury (15 miles north-east), Folkestone (10 miles east), Hythe (7 miles east), Hawkinge (10 miles east) and Wincheap (14 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Bonnington
We work in homes and buildings around Poulton Wood and Walnut Tree Inn. For rail, the closest station is Ham Street station, about 3.6 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include William Harvey Hospital (3.8 miles north) and Lympne Castle (4.2 miles east). The countryside around Bonnington includes Hatch Park.
Bonnington: your questions answered
Is Bonnington within the area you cover?
Yes. Bonnington is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Is my home in Bonnington listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Who do you carry out landlord roof surveys for?
Landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders book it along with residents’ and RTM management companies. Leaseholders sometimes book it as well.
Can your report tell us who pays for the roof work?
No. Who pays is typically set by the lease and we don’t give legal advice. Our report gives an independent record of the roof’s condition to help those discussions.
Is a landlord roof survey the same as a full building survey?
No, it focuses on the roof. It’s not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey and does not replace a structural engineer’s report.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes, many agents and freeholders use it that way. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed to keep your plan up to date.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Bonnington
A tenant reporting damp or a stained ceiling is a common reason to book. We check whether the roof or rainwater system is the likely cause from what’s visible.
Common reasons to book include:
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Flashings that have come away
If you live near a park such as Poulton Wood, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What insurance they carry
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
Many clients use the report as the basis for a maintenance plan. You can start with the urgent items and the rest budgeted for later.
Keep the roof space accessible so the roof can be checked from inside. Clutter around the hatch slows things down.
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Roof by roof
Gutters and downpipes
Hidden gutters on larger buildings can send water indoors. They’re an important part of the survey.
Roof spaces and lofts
On blocks, the roof space may be reached through a flat or a communal hatch and you will need to arrange it.
Leave it or get it looked at?
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. Around Bonnington, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What you get with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Surveys seven days a week
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
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