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Landlord Roof Survey in Lydd-on-Sea
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats across Lydd-on-Sea, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
How a landlord roof survey works in Lydd-on-Sea
Our landlord and block roof surveys cover Lydd-on-Sea and the rest of London and the South East. Time on site normally takes between one and two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Everything is inspected as far as it can safely be seen including by drone where it applies. A written report with photos follows. Common reasons to book are damaged pots and flaunching and slipped or missing slates and tiles, across gutters and downpipes, flat roofs on blocks and converted houses.
In a village or hamlet like Lydd-on-Sea, 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 often need the most attention.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the let or shared roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Lydd-on-Sea (TN29, TN28)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Shared chimney stacks
Chimneys often let water in at the flashings. We note what we can see.
Party-wall upstands and parapets
A parapet can hide a gutter that’s hard to see. We inspect them as far as it is safe to see.
What a landlord roof survey doesn’t cover
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
Landlord roof surveys in Lydd-on-Sea: local notes
Lydd-on-Sea is within about 1 mile of the coast, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Anyone responsible for a site like Greatstone Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you live in an older home near St Peter's, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Lydd-on-Sea is about 10 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. We visit Lydd-on-Sea as part of our work across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
We cover every part of the TN29 and TN28 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. You’ll find streets such as Taylor Road, Lade Fort Crescent and Williamson Road. We also cover Greatstone-on-Sea (2 miles north), Dungeness (2 miles south), Littlestone-on-Sea (2 miles north), Lydd (2 miles west) and New Romney (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Ashford (14 miles north), Folkestone (13 miles north-east), Hythe (10 miles north-east), Hawkinge (14 miles north-east), Tenterden (15 miles north-west) and Cheriton (12 miles north-east).
What’s near Lydd-on-Sea
Well-known places in the area include Romney 'castle' (4.2 miles north-west) and Lydd Town Museum (2.5 miles west). Not far away are Dungeness National and Burnthouse Pen.
The survey, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Somewhere like Lydd-on-Sea needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- 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 be seen safely.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Tips from our surveys
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Arrange flat access beforehand
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- Ask residents to report damp straight away
Many clients use the report as the basis for a maintenance plan. You can start with the urgent items and the rest budgeted for later.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem normally is.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Lydd-on-Sea
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the let or shared roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Places near Lydd-on-Sea
Other services in Lydd-on-Sea
Lydd-on-Sea questions
Is my home in Lydd-on-Sea listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Will you come out to Lydd-on-Sea?
Yes, Lydd-on-Sea is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Will you say whether the freeholder or leaseholders should pay?
No, we don’t advise on leases, so ask your managing agent or a solicitor. We report on the roof’s condition and what needs attention.
How do I book a survey in Lydd-on-Sea?
Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant so you can plan spending. Repair costs are not included but it gives contractors a clear brief.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access.
Can you survey a shared roof?
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.