Kent · London and the South East
Cross-at-Hand Landlord Roof Survey
Landlord roof surveys in Cross-at-Hand, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Missing or loose roof coverings
Why act early in Cross-at-Hand
Relying on what tenants report means relying on what they can see. By the time a stain appears, water may have been getting in for a while. We look at the roof, not just the symptoms. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- PI and public liability insurance
- Prices that include VAT
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
Landlord roof survey in Cross-at-Hand: what you get
Roofs on let houses and blocks of flats are easy to forget until something leaks. Surveying the roof first helps you spot defects early, and plan work rather than react to it. You get a report with photos to keep on file for the building. Many landlords and agents repeat it every few years to keep maintenance plans current. We survey flat roofs on blocks, shared roofs and blocks of flats, and common reasons people get in touch are blocked gutters over flats and failed flashings at walls and chimneys.
Older buildings in small places like Cross-at-Hand 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. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- Cross-at-Hand (TN12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. In a hamlet or village like Cross-at-Hand, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You tell us about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Check we can get to the back of the property
How to book
To get a price for landlord roof surveys in Cross-at-Hand, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
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Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
Many clients use the report as the basis for a maintenance plan. You can start with the urgent items and the rest budgeted for later.
Act on urgent items in the report first and schedule the others. Small roof defects tend to grow.
How we price landlord roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- The roof’s overall size
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- House, block, shop or office
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
All our prices include VAT. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The property’s address and postcode
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or send us an email when you’re ready.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Cross-at-Hand
With Stoneacre about 4.6 miles north, Cross-at-Hand sits in an area with a long building history. 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. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. 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.
Cross-at-Hand is about 5 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Cross-at-Hand is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Cross-at-Hand is one of the places in Kent where we work for landlord roof surveys.
Surveys in TN12 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Staplehurst Road and Woodford Park, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Rabbit's Cross (1 mile north), Devil's Den (1 mile east), Wanshurst Green (1 mile south-west), St Ann's Green (1 mile west) and Underling Green (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (5 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles west), Tonbridge (12 miles west) and Kings Hill (8 miles north-west).
Near you in Cross-at-Hand
The closest station to Cross-at-Hand is Staplehurst station, roughly 1.2 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Sutton Valence Castle (2.8 miles north-east) and South East Romany Museum (1.8 miles south-west).
Cross-at-Hand: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Cross-at-Hand?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Cross-at-Hand is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Who typically books a landlord or block roof survey?
Landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders book it, as well as RTM and residents’ management companies. Leaseholders sometimes book it as well.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
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.
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Cross-at-Hand?
Reports of leaks or damp from tenants often lead to a survey. We check whether the roof or rainwater system is the likely cause, as far as can be seen.
Common reasons to book include:
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Choked outlets and gutters
If you let a flat or house near Staplehurst station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Before booking anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether you get a written report with photos