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Landlord roof survey in Coldharbour, Kent
We carry out landlord roof surveys in Coldharbour and the rest of Kent. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Flashings that have come away
Landlord roof survey in Coldharbour
The lease typically decides who is responsible for the roof and who pays. We don’t give legal advice on leases, but our report gives everyone an independent record of condition. That can help when owners, freeholders and agents need to agree what happens next. You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Typical surveys look at cracked or lifting flashings and mortar falling from ridges and verges, on gutters and downpipes, rented houses and converted houses.
In a small place like Coldharbour, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Coldharbour (TN11)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Coldharbour
How do I find out if my home in Coldharbour is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Hildenborough station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes, that is one of the main reasons clients book. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed, which suits a rolling plan.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details when booking.
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the let or shared roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photos go into the written report. It typically takes an hour or two for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere as small as Coldharbour, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we’ll need.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
How to prepare
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
How to book
To get a price for landlord roof surveys in Coldharbour, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- File each roof report for future reference
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
Report times depend on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Agents frequently choose the package that suits the building.
Keep gutters and outlets clear, especially on blocks with valleys or parapets. Many leaks into top flats start with a blocked gutter.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Coldharbour
An independent report helps when owners need to agree on roof work. Without a survey, it’s one opinion against another. Older and listed buildings around Coldharbour may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Why book us in Coldharbour
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- An independent look at the roof
When to book a survey in Coldharbour
Landlords need to plan spending on a building. Without a recent survey, it is hard to know what the roof needs and how soon.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
If you look after a building like St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
What to check before booking
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What experience they bring
Different roofs, different checks
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
The edges and top of a pitched roof are exposed and get close attention.
Party-wall upstands and parapets
Terraced roofs have party-wall upstands between houses. Joints and flashings on these walls can fail.
Landlord roof surveys in Coldharbour: local notes
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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. With Ightham Mote about 2.2 miles north, Coldharbour sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark such as Parish Church of St John, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you let a flat or house near Hildenborough station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Coldharbour is about 2 miles north of Tonbridge, in Kent. Coldharbour gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at what can safely be seen, photographs and a clear written report. Across Kent, we cover Coldharbour. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Surveys in TN11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Coldharbour include Hildenborough (1 mile south-west), Hilden Park (1 mile south), Watt's Cross (1 mile west), Budds (1 mile north) and Stocks Green (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (12 miles east), Dartford (15 miles north), Sevenoaks (5 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (6 miles south), Gravesend (15 miles north) and Northfleet (15 miles north).
Landmarks near Coldharbour
We work in homes and buildings around Hugh Christie Technology College and The Flying Dutchman Public House. The nearest railway station is Hildenborough station, roughly 1.6 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Tonbridge Castle (2.2 miles south) and The Milne Museum (2 miles south). For a walk, there is Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve and Barden Lake.