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Landlord roof survey in Coldred, Kent
Landlord roof surveys in Coldred from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
About our landlord roof survey in Coldred
Landlords often book us when buying a property to rent out, others when a tenant reports a leak or damp. Agents and freeholders often want a survey for a rolling maintenance plan. Whatever the reason, the report follows the same clear format with photos and recommendations. Surveys are carried out on any day of the week which can help when arranging access with residents. Typical surveys look at damaged pots and flaunching and blocked gutters over flats, on gutters and downpipes, blocks of flats and flat roofs on blocks.
Some older homes in villages like Coldred are 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.
Where we cannot see part of the let or shared roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Coldred (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Shared chimney stacks
Damp in a chimney breast can start at the top of the stack. We note what we can see.
Gutters and downpipes
Valley and box gutters on blocks can overflow inside. We give them close attention.
Checking the roof from the ground
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Common questions in Coldred
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Coldred, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Coldred is within about 5 miles of the coast.
I let a flat near Shepherds Well station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes, many agents and freeholders use it that way. Surveying again later shows what has changed, which suits a rolling plan.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We look at everything that can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it’s safe and by drone where it applies. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
How long does the survey take?
Most surveys take an hour or two on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. We’ll confirm the timing when booking.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Towns and villages near Coldred
Also in Coldred
Landlord roof surveys in Coldred: local notes
Coldred is within about 5 miles of the coast, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces. About 4.6 miles north lies Goodnestone Park, a reminder of how long the area around Coldred has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Pancras, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. For landlords with property near Shepherds Well station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Coldred is about 4 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. We survey roofs in Coldred and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Kent, we cover Coldred. There’s also a page for Canterbury.
Here we cover the CT15 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. We also cover the places around Coldred: Sibertswold (1 mile north-west), Lydden (1 mile south), Waldershare (1 mile north-east), Halfway Street (1 mile west) and Eythorne (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (10 miles north-west), Margate (15 miles north-east), Dover (4 miles south-east), Folkestone (7 miles south-west), Ramsgate (13 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (15 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Coldred
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Bell Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Coldred is Shepherds Well station, roughly 1.1 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Dover Castle (4.8 miles south-east) and Dover Transport Museum (2.6 miles south-east). Open spaces near Coldred include Dover Western Heights.
How the survey works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. In a hamlet or village like Coldred, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- Each roof is checked as far as it can safely be seen, including from inside where possible.
- We photograph each defect and note how urgent it looks.
- You get a written condition report to help plan maintenance.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking near the property
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Find any records of previous roof work
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Coldred
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
What we’re asked to look at in Coldred
Landlords need to plan spending on a building. Without a recent survey, it is hard to know what the roof needs and how soon.
Problems we come across often include:
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Lydden Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Before booking anyone
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What insurance they carry
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Tell tenants when we’re coming
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
- Ask residents to report damp right away
How soon the report arrives depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Agents frequently choose the package that suits the building.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem usually is.