Kent · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Eyhorne Street, Kent
We carry out landlord roof surveys in Eyhorne Street and the rest of Kent. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Eyhorne Street
The wider area around Eyhorne Street has a long history of building, with Leeds Castle about 0.9 miles south. 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, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Landlords with a home close to Hollingbourne station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. If you live in an older home near All Saints Church, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Eyhorne Street is about 4 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. Whether the building in Eyhorne Street is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Across Kent, we cover Eyhorne Street and the places around it.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: ME17. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Eyhorne Street, Tile Fields and Tile Fields Close or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Eyhorne Street include Hollingbourne (1 mile north-east), Ashbank (1 mile south-west), Broomfield (1 mile south), Leeds (1 mile south-west) and Broad Street (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (4 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north-east), Faversham (12 miles east), Minster (13 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (10 miles west).
Around Eyhorne Street
We work in homes and buildings around Glyder House Sugar Loaves Public House. Eyhorne Street has its own railway station: Hollingbourne station. Other landmarks nearby include KIMS hospital (3.6 miles north-west) and Leeds Castle (0.9 miles south). Not far away are Detling Hill.
Landlord roof survey in Eyhorne Street: what you get
Landlords often book us when buying a property to rent out, others when a tenant reports a leak or damp. Agents and freeholders frequently 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. If you’ve noticed cracked or lifting flashings and cracked or leaning shared chimneys, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flat roofs on blocks, blocks of flats and rented houses alike.
Somewhere as small as Eyhorne Street, 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. We report on what can safely be seen, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Eyhorne Street (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
For landlords and managing agents
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Common roof problems in Eyhorne Street
Older buildings across London and South East England have roofs that are decades old. Nails, battens, flashings and underlay often fail before good slates or tiles so it pays to check how the roof is holding up.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Standing water on a flat roof
Take a building like Hollingbourne Primary School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- When you will get the report
- Is VAT included in the price?
What happens on the day
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Around Eyhorne Street, 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.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- 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.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- You get a written condition report to help plan maintenance.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
For a price for landlord roof surveys in Eyhorne Street, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Why it is worth a survey now in Eyhorne Street
Tenants can only report what shows inside. A ceiling stain frequently means water has been coming in for some time. A survey looks at the roof itself. For an older or listed building in a place like Eyhorne Street, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Prices that include VAT
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Surveys seven days a week
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Eyhorne Street
How do I find out if my home in Eyhorne Street is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
I let a flat near Hollingbourne station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Eyhorne Street?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and some details about the roof. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes between one and two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. We will confirm the timing when booking.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
What affects the price in Eyhorne Street
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- When you need the report by
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.