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Landlord roof survey in Brogdale, Kent
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for Brogdale and the rest of Kent. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
Brogdale homes and their roofs
Brogdale is within about 4 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces. Historic houses like Belmont House and Gardens, about 2.2 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Brogdale goes. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter and St Paul, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Landlords with a home close to Faversham station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Brogdale is about 1 mile south-west of Preston, in Kent. We cover Brogdale and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. Brogdale is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover. Canterbury is in our area too.
Surveys in ME13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Whitehill (1 mile east), Ospringe (1 mile north), Preston (1 mile north-east), Faversham (1 mile north-east) and Davington (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (15 miles west), Ashford (11 miles south), Canterbury (9 miles east), Sittingbourne (6 miles north-west), Whitstable (8 miles north-east) and Herne Bay (12 miles east).
Landmarks near Brogdale
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Alma pub and The Abbey School, among other places. Brogdale’s nearest station is Faversham station, about 1.3 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Newnham Castle (3 miles west).
Landlord roof survey in Brogdale: what you get
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 beforehand. You or your agent arrange access, and we confirm what we need when booking. Any part we couldn’t reach is noted in the report. If you are worried about cracked or leaning shared chimneys and parapets and upstands in poor repair, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on gutters and downpipes, flat roofs on blocks and converted houses alike.
Older buildings in small places like Brogdale may be 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. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Where
- Brogdale (ME13)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from the ground
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Brogdale
How do I find out if my home in Brogdale is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about 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.
Can a landlord with a rental near Faversham station book a roof survey?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Brogdale and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
When you need someone else
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Responsibility under a lease
- Parts of the roof we cannot safely see or access
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
How the survey changes by roof type
Roof spaces and lofts
Underlay on older roofs can be felt, or missing. The report records the underlay where it is visible.
Gutters and downpipes
Hidden gutters on larger buildings can send water indoors. They’re an important part of the survey.
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Brogdale?
A roof nobody lives directly under can be easy to overlook. Minor faults can go unseen until a tenant reports a leak and by then more has been damaged.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Ospringe Church of England Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How long the report takes to arrive
What else we do in Brogdale
How the survey works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Around Brogdale, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us 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 confirm the access we’ll need.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or email us.