Kent · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Detling, Kent
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Detling, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. In total, it takes between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Around Detling, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the roof space and the roof itself where safe.
- We photograph each defect and note how urgent it looks.
- You get a written condition report to help plan maintenance.
Preparing for the visit
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
How to book
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know where you stand. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
About our landlord roof survey in Detling
We check the same things on a let roof as on any other: coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft space. Flat roofs on blocks, extensions and garages are included where they’re part of the brief. Chimney stacks, parapets and party-wall upstands are checked as far as they can be seen safely, along with the loft space where there’s safe access. We survey flat roofs on blocks, gutters and downpipes and blocks of flats, and people most often book us about worn ridges, hips and verges and leaks into upper flats.
Somewhere as small as Detling, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the let or shared roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Detling (ME14)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Roof spaces and lofts
Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay or none at all. The report records the underlay where it’s visible.
Shared chimney stacks
A leaning or cracked stack on a shared building affects more than one owner, so a clear record helps.
Landlord roof surveys around Detling
Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. With Stoneacre about 3 miles south, Detling sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
Landlords with a home close to Bearsted station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Living close to The Larches is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn. If you look after a building such as Valley Park School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Detling is about 3 miles north-east of Maidstone, in Kent. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Detling for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Detling is one of the places in Kent we cover.
All of ME14 is within our area for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as The Street, Princes Way and Queens Way, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Thurnham (1 mile south-east), Grove Green (1 mile south-west), Harbourland (1 mile west), Weavering (2 miles south) and Bearsted (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (3 miles south-west), Sittingbourne (8 miles north-east), Gravesend (12 miles north-west), Tonbridge (14 miles south-west), Faversham (14 miles east) and Northfleet (14 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Detling
In Detling, that means homes and buildings near The Larches and The Cock Horse pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Detling is Bearsted station, roughly 1.4 miles south. Well-known places in the area include KIMS hospital (0.8 miles south-west) and The Mall Maidstone (2.4 miles south-west). Not far away are Burham Down and Detling Hill.
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- Tell tenants when we are coming
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
Questions about the findings are welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and Premium includes an in-person consultation.
Keep gutters and outlets clear, particularly on blocks with valleys or parapets. Many leaks into top flats start with a blocked gutter.
Detling: your questions answered
Can a landlord with a rental near Bearsted station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you need.
Will you come out to Detling?
Yes, Detling is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later so you can plan spending. Repair costs aren’t included but it gives contractors a clear brief.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
How long is the visit?
Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. We’ll confirm the timing when you book.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords and agents in Detling book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the let or shared roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Detling
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The size of the roof
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
These details help when you get in touch:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- What made you get in touch
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.