Kent · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Brenzett
Find out what’s going on with the let or shared roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Brenzett.
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
How a landlord roof survey works in Brenzett
Access needs arranging before a survey of a let or shared building. The roof space and certain flats may need to be opened up for us and residents will need to be told beforehand. Your agent or you arrange access and we’ll say 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 ceiling stains reported by tenants and chimney stacks in poor repair, across flat roofs on blocks, shared roofs and gutters and downpipes.
Some older homes in villages like Brenzett 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Brenzett (TN29)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the let or shared roof.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Brenzett homes and their roofs
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. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list.
Anyone responsible for a site like Brenzett Church of England Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. For landlords with property near Appledore (Kent) station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If you live in an older home near St Eanswith's Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Brenzett is about 9 miles south of Ashford, in Kent. Bookings from Brenzett are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Brenzett is one of the places in Kent we cover for landlord roof surveys. Canterbury is in our area too.
Landlord roof surveys in TN29 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Moore Close, King Street and Church Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Brenzett: Snargate (1 mile north-west), Ivychurch (2 miles east), Kenardington (4 miles north-west), Hamstreet (4 miles north) and Ruckinge (4 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (9 miles north), Folkestone (15 miles east), Hythe (11 miles north-east), Hawkinge (15 miles north-east), Tenterden (8 miles north-west) and Cheriton (14 miles north-east).
Around Brenzett
We work in homes and buildings around The Fleur De Lys Public House The Fleur-De-Lys-Public House. For rail, the closest station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 2.3 miles north-west. A little further out are Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (less than half a mile east) and Romney 'castle' (2.2 miles south-east). Not far away are Orlestone Forest and Burnthouse Pen.
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
The survey, step by step
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. For a village or hamlet like Brenzett, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- Access to flats and the roof space is arranged by you or your agent.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can safely be seen.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Before the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
How to book
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or email us, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
What a landlord roof survey doesn’t cover
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Brenzett
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
What happens if roof problems are left?
Quotes from contractors set out the work they want to carry out. An independent survey tells you the roof’s condition first so you know what you are asking contractors to price. Older and listed buildings around Brenzett may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Brenzett
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Photographs and a written report every time
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Prices that include VAT
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Other services in Brenzett
Common questions in Brenzett
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Brenzett?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is Brenzett within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We will talk about access when you book.
How much is a landlord roof survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the building and the number of roofs. For a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How long will you be on site?
A visit typically takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. We will give you an idea when you book.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we’ll arrange another day with you.
Roof by roof
Gutters and downpipes
Gutters are a common source of leaks on blocks. Gutters, outlets and downpipes are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Many blocks and rear additions have flat roofs. We look for ponding, splits, blisters and tired upstands as far as safe access allows.