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Landlord Roof Survey in Longfield
Landlord roof surveys in Longfield from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Longfield
People living in a building seldom see the roof itself. Slipped slates, cracked flashings and blocked gutters can sit unnoticed for years particularly where the roof can’t be seen from the street.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Standing water on a flat roof
For landlords with property near Longfield station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
What to check before booking
- What exactly goes into their report
- How soon the report will arrive
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Landlord roof survey in Longfield: what you get
Getting into every part of a building takes planning. We may need to get into the roof space and some or all of the flats, so tenants or leaseholders need notice. You or your agent arrange access, and we confirm what we need as you book. Any part we couldn’t reach is noted in the report. Typical surveys look at damaged party-wall upstands or parapets and missing or loose roof coverings, across blocks of flats, shared roofs and converted houses.
In a village or hamlet like Longfield, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Longfield (DA3)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Finding a roof defect early typically means a smaller, planned job. Left until it leaks, a roof can damage ceilings and tenants’ belongings and force rushed work. Outbuildings and barns around Longfield are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Why us?
- An independent look at the roof
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Local roofs in Longfield
Cobham College, about 4 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Longfield. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Anyone responsible for a site like Longfield Academy will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. For businesses in and around places such as Bluewater, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
Longfield is about 3 miles south-west of Northfleet, in Kent. Longfield gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Longfield is one of the places in Kent where we work for landlord roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Here we cover the DA3 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Station Road, Main Road and Ightham Close. We also cover the places around Longfield: Hartley (1 mile south), New Barn (1 mile east), Longfield Hill (1 mile south-east), New Ash Green (2 miles south) and Nash Street (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (13 miles south-east), Dartford (5 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (4 miles north-east), Tonbridge (14 miles south) and Northfleet (3 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Longfield
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Railway Tavern, Hartley Primary Academy and Rectory Meadow. There’s a railway station in Longfield itself: Longfield station. A little further out are Darent Valley Hospital (3.3 miles north-west) and Stone Castle (3.4 miles north). For a walk, there’s Sawyers Lake.
The survey, step by step
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Rural addresses near Longfield can be hard to find from a postcode alone, 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.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- 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
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Arrange a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Longfield
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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 with less disruption.
How we price landlord roof surveys
To price your survey, we check:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- What made you get in touch
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Anything about access we should know
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Questions from Longfield
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Longfield station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need.
Will you come out to Longfield?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions are not right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when booking.