Kent · London and the South East
Moorstock Landlord Roof Survey
Find out the condition of the let or shared roof at your property in Moorstock from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
How a landlord roof survey works in Moorstock
We check the same things on a let roof as on any other: slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Flat roofs over blocks, rear additions and garages are covered too when they’re in the agreed scope. We also look at chimneys, parapets and party-wall upstands where it is safe to see them, along with the loft space where there is safe access. We are often asked to look into damaged pots and flaunching and ponding or splits on flat roofs, on flat roofs on blocks, converted houses and rented houses.
Somewhere as small as Moorstock, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it is normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Moorstock (TN25)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
A survey is a careful look at the let or shared roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Responsibility under a lease
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
Can I check my roof myself?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Roof by roof
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Felt flat roofs often last around 15–20 years, so their age matters.
Gutters and downpipes
Gutters are a common source of leaks on blocks. Gutters, outlets and downpipes are inspected where they can be seen.
Moorstock questions
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Moorstock, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it typically shows.
Is Moorstock within the area you cover?
Yes, Moorstock is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you need to get into 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.
Do you need access to all the flats?
That depends on the layout. Often we need the loft and certain flats, and you or your agent arrange access. We tell you what’s needed when you book.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How do I book a survey in Moorstock?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Useful tips for Moorstock property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
- Deal with urgent items first
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
You receive a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations ranked by urgency where relevant. We send it by email so you can share it with owners, agents or contractors.
Keep the roof space accessible so the roof can be checked from inside. Clutter around the hatch slows things down.
Local roofs in Moorstock
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Moorstock, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. The wider area around Moorstock has a long history of building, with Westenhanger Castle about 1.6 miles south-east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
Anyone responsible for a site like Sellindge Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. The streets around a church like Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. For landlords with property near Westenhanger station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Moorstock is about 4 miles north-west of Hythe, in Kent. Roofs in Moorstock get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Moorstock is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
We cover every part of the TN25 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. Other places close to Moorstock include Sellindge (1 mile south), Stanford (2 miles south-east), Stowting (2 miles north-east), Postling (3 miles east) and Skeete (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (6 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (13 miles east), Folkestone (7 miles east), Faversham (15 miles north) and Hythe (4 miles south-east).
Around Moorstock
For rail, the closest station is Westenhanger station, roughly 1.8 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include William Harvey Hospital (4.5 miles north-west) and Lympne Castle (2.8 miles south). Not far away are Tolsford Hill and Hatch Park.
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
We confirm the price for the job before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- How big the roof is
- Which survey package you book
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Height and safe access
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen. The survey normally takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. In a hamlet or village like Moorstock, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged with you ahead of time.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the roof space and the roof itself where safe.
- We photograph each defect and note how urgent it looks.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
Book a survey
To get a price for landlord roof surveys in Moorstock, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.