Kent · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Herne Pound
Landlord roof surveys around Herne Pound, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Choked outlets and gutters
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Herne Pound?
People living in a building seldom see the roof itself. Defects up on the roof can go unreported for a long time, particularly on taller buildings.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
Trees in and around Manor Park Country Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Before booking anyone
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
Landlord roof survey in Herne Pound: what you get
Landlords frequently book us when buying a property to rent out, or after a tenant reports a leak. 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. We survey on weekdays and at weekends which can help when arranging access with residents. We survey shared roofs, flat roofs on blocks and blocks of flats, and the problems we are asked to look at most are failed flashings at walls and chimneys and gutters overflowing onto walls.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Where
- Herne Pound (ME18)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Herne Pound
More services for Herne Pound
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
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.
How the survey changes by roof type
Gutters and downpipes
Blocked gutters cause many leaks into top-floor flats. We check gutters, outlets and downpipes as far as can be seen safely.
Shared chimney stacks
Chimneys often let water in at the flashings. We record anything visible.
What happens on the day
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. For a village or hamlet like Herne Pound, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photographs.
Before we arrive
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Read more
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Herne Pound
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
What we need to know
We’ll normally ask about:
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- The property’s address and postcode
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Herne Pound
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Herne Pound
Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Old Soar Manor, about 2.5 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Herne Pound. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near St Lawrence's Church, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Take a building like Mereworth Community Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Herne Pound is about 6 miles north-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. We provide landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Herne Pound and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across Kent. There is also a page for Maidstone.
All of ME18 is covered for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Butcher's Lane and Beech Road or anywhere close by, we can help. If you’re just outside Herne Pound, we cover Kent Street (1 mile north-east), Mereworth (1 mile south), New Pound (1 mile west), Swanton (1 mile south-west) and Pizien Well (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (6 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (8 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (11 miles north) and Tonbridge (6 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Herne Pound
Around Herne Pound, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Queens Head Public House and Manor Park Country Park and the streets around them. The closest station to Herne Pound is Wateringbury station, about 2.2 miles south-east. Nearby you will also find Beechin Wood Archery Museum (2.4 miles north-west) and Leybourne Castle (3.3 miles north-east).
Herne Pound questions
Is my home in Herne Pound listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Can a landlord with a rental near Wateringbury station book a roof survey?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Will you inspect a roof that several owners share?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. We can only inspect neighbouring parts from where we are allowed to be, and the report says so.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. 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.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.