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Howt Green Landlord Roof Survey
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? We carry out landlord roof surveys in Howt Green and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Leaks into upper flats
Can I check my roof myself?
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. Do not go up yourself.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
How a landlord roof survey works in Howt Green
Roofs on let houses and blocks of flats are easy to forget until something leaks. A condition survey lets you find problems before they become leaks, 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 keep maintenance plans current. If you are worried about standing water on a flat roof and worn ridges, hips and verges, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs on blocks, rented houses and blocks of flats alike.
Some older homes in villages like Howt Green are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Howt Green (ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Howt Green
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Howt Green. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- House, block, shop or office
- The roof’s overall size
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
What to tell us when you contact us
There is no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Relying on what tenants report means relying on what they can see. A ceiling stain often means water has been coming in for some time. A survey looks at the roof itself. In a small place like Howt Green, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why us?
- Visits on any day of the week
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
Howt Green: your questions answered
Can a landlord with a rental near Kemsley station book a roof survey?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Howt Green?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
Do you cover Howt Green?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and that includes Howt Green.
How long will you be at the property?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take about 1–2 hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The report is sent afterwards by email.
What insurance do you have?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
The survey, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Older rural homes like those around Howt Green can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can safely be seen.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before the survey
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Related advice
Landlord roof surveys around Howt Green
Howt Green is within about 2 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, while driving rain finds any gap. Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
If you let a flat or house near Kemsley station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Take an older house close to Church of St Bartholomew: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. If you live near a park such as Milton Creek Country Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Howt Green is about 1 mile north-west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Wherever you are in Howt Green, we can carry out landlord roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
All of ME9 is within our area for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Close by, we survey roofs in Kemsley (1 mile east), Iwade (1 mile north), Sittingbourne (1 mile south-east), Milton Regis (1 mile south-east) and Murston (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles south-west), Whitstable (13 miles east), Faversham (8 miles south-east), Minster (5 miles north-east), Kings Hill (15 miles south-west) and Davington (8 miles south-east).
Around Howt Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Milton Creek Country Park, The Three Hats Inn and Westlands School. The nearest railway station is Kemsley station, about 0.6 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Castle Rough (1.4 miles east) and Court Hall Museum (0.9 miles south-east).