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Landlord roof survey in Eastwood, Kent
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for Eastwood, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Choked outlets and gutters
How the survey works
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes an hour or two for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a hamlet or village like Eastwood, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where it’s safe.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before we arrive
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Booking a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Advice
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Eastwood
Our landlord roof survey gives you a clear picture of a roof’s condition, written up so you can plan. Landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders all use it, as well as residents’ and RTM management companies. The report covers defects, photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. It’s a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey of the whole building. Common reasons to book are damaged party-wall upstands or parapets and choked outlets and gutters, on shared roofs, gutters and downpipes and blocks of flats.
Older buildings in small places like Eastwood may be 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. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Eastwood (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
What affects the price in Eastwood
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The roof’s overall size
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
These details help when you contact us:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Eastwood
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. About 3.4 miles north-west lies Leeds Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Eastwood has been built on. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
Anyone responsible for a site like Ulcombe Church of England Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Eastwood is about 7 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. We visit Eastwood as part of our work across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across Kent. Maidstone is in our area too.
Every address in ME17 is covered for landlord roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Broadstone (1 mile south-east), Grafty Green (1 mile east), Ulcombe (1 mile north-west), Fairbourne Heath (1 mile north) and Liverton Street (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (7 miles north-west), Ashford (10 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north), Faversham (12 miles north-east), Kings Hill (12 miles north-west) and Davington (12 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Eastwood
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Provender Public House. For rail, the closest station is Harrietsham station, roughly 2.8 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Dog Collar Museum (3.2 miles north-west) and Coldbridge Castle (1.6 miles east).
What we are asked to look at in Eastwood
Many blocks and converted houses have several roof types. They all age at different rates and the smaller roofs are easy to forget.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
If you let a flat or house near Harrietsham station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
What to check before booking
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their insurance cover
- What experience they bring
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
Common questions in Eastwood
I let a flat near Harrietsham station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the building.
Is Eastwood within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Will you check the loft?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside cannot, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
How do I book a survey in Eastwood?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Most let houses and many blocks have pitched roofs of slate or tiles. We check coverings, ridges, hips, valleys and flashings where it’s safe to see them.
Gutters and downpipes
Gutters are a common source of leaks on blocks. We check gutters, outlets and downpipes where they can be seen.
What you can safely check yourself
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.