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Landlord Roof Survey in Cooling
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? We carry out landlord roof surveys in Cooling and across Medway.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- House, block, shop or office
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
What we need to know
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- What kind of property and roof it is
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Cooling
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, 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 photographs and recommendations. Surveys are carried out on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays which can help when arranging access with residents. If you’ve noticed slipped or missing slates and tiles and mortar falling from ridges and verges, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on gutters and downpipes, shared roofs and rented houses alike.
In a small place like Cooling, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Cooling (ME3)
- Region
- Medway
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Why act early in Cooling
Relying on what tenants report means relying on what they can see. A ceiling stain often means water has been coming in for some time. We check the roof, not just the symptoms. For an older or listed building in a place like Cooling, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Cooling
- 98% of clients satisfied
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- An independent view of the roof
- Surveys seven days a week
What we are asked to look at in Cooling
Many let properties sit under roofs that have seen decades of weather. Fixings, flashings and underlay can fail before the slates or tiles themselves, and a survey helps show where that’s happening.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Leaks into upper flats
If you let a flat or house near Higham station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What insurance they carry
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How soon the report will arrive
Also near Cooling
Also in Cooling
Cooling homes and their roofs
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Cooling, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. About 4.9 miles south lies Restoration House, a reminder of how long the area around Cooling has been built on. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For an older house near a landmark such as St James' Church, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Cooling is about 5 miles north of Rochester, in Medway. We provide landlord roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Cooling and the surrounding area. Cooling is one of the towns and villages in Medway where we work. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Surveys in ME3 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Main Road and Cooling Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Cooling Street (1 mile south-west), High Halstow (2 miles east), Sharnal Street (2 miles south-east), Fenn Street (2 miles east) and Chattenden (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Gillingham (6 miles south), Chatham (7 miles south), Rochester (5 miles south), Rainham (7 miles south-east), Strood (5 miles south-west) and Luton (6 miles south).
Around Cooling
The nearest railway station is Higham station, about 3.3 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Upnor Castle (3.4 miles south) and French Hospital (4.8 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Canvey Wick and Gad's Hill.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Cooling
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Cooling?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Higham station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
How do I book a survey in Cooling?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from ground level, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
How much does a landlord roof survey cost in Cooling?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the let or shared roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It normally takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Somewhere as small as Cooling, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is looked at from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.