Kent · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Greenhithe
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Greenhithe. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
About our landlord roof survey in Greenhithe
A roof over tenants or leaseholders often gets attention only when water comes in. Surveying the roof first helps you spot defects early, and plan work rather than react to it. You get a report with photos that you can keep with the building’s records. Many landlords and agents repeat it every few years to see how the roof is changing. If you’ve noticed leaking joints at party walls and failed flashings at walls and chimneys, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a smaller place like Greenhithe, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A close look shows whether anything has started to loosen. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Greenhithe (DA9, DA10)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Keep the loft hatch clear and reachable
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- File each roof report for future reference
How soon the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Agents often choose the package that suits the building.
Check the loft hatch can be reached and opened so the roof can be checked from inside. Clutter around the hatch slows things down.
Greenhithe homes and their roofs
Greenhithe is within about 5 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so check with the council.
If you run a business near Bluewater, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Greenhithe is about 3 miles east of Dartford, in Kent. Greenhithe is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and the South East. Across Kent, we cover Greenhithe. There’s also a page for London.
Surveys in DA9 and DA10 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Bean Road, The Avenue and Abbey Road, and we cover them all. Greenhithe is on the A206, which makes it straightforward to reach. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Swanscombe (1 mile south-east), Stone (1 mile south-west), Bean (2 miles south), West Thurrock (2 miles north) and Darenth (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Dartford (3 miles west), Sevenoaks (12 miles south), Gravesend (4 miles east), Northfleet (3 miles south-east), Swanley (6 miles south-west) and Kings Hill (13 miles south-east).
What’s near Greenhithe
In Greenhithe, that means homes and buildings near Castle Hill Park, The Ebbsfleet Academy and The White Hart Public House and the streets around them. Greenhithe has its own railway station: Greenhithe for Bluewater station. Well-known places in the area include Darent Valley Hospital (1.5 miles south-west) and Stone Museum of Geology (1.8 miles west). For a walk, there is Chafford Gorges Nature Park and Sawyers Lake.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Greenhithe and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
How we price landlord roof surveys
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
What to let us know when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Anything about access we should know
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Why act early in Greenhithe
Water that gets into one flat can affect others below. Spotting roof defects early helps protect the whole building. With lower homes, common in places like Greenhithe, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book us in Greenhithe
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Questions from Greenhithe
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Greenhithe?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Greenhithe?
Yes. Greenhithe is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
How do I book a survey in Greenhithe?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Who normally books a landlord or block roof survey?
Anyone who looks after a let or shared building can book it: private landlords, letting and managing agents, freeholders and RTM companies.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Will you inspect a roof that several owners share?
Yes, we survey shared roofs often. We can only inspect neighbouring parts from where we’re allowed to be and we will say so.
What happens on the day
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect about one to two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Homes around Greenhithe often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is looked at from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Booking a survey
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Advice
Towns and villages near Greenhithe
What else we do in Greenhithe
When to book a survey in Greenhithe
Older buildings across London and South East England have roofs that are decades old. Nails, battens, flashings and underlay frequently fail before good slates or tiles, and a survey helps show where that’s happening.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
If you look after a building like Knockhall Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos