Kent · London and the South East
Nonington Landlord Roof Survey
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? We carry out landlord roof surveys in Nonington and across Kent.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
The survey, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Around Nonington, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before we arrive
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Let us know where we can park nearby
How to book
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Advice
Landlord roof survey in Nonington
Shared roofs on blocks, converted houses and terraces raise their own questions. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely including the loft and flats where access is arranged. The report records the condition of each part, so everyone works from the same facts. Where neighbours share the roof, we can only inspect what we’re given access to. We survey converted houses, flat roofs on blocks and gutters and downpipes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are ponding or splits on flat roofs and worn ridges, hips and verges.
In a village or hamlet like Nonington, older cottages and farmhouses often 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. 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.
After the visit, you get a report with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the let or shared roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Nonington (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Nonington: your questions answered
I let a flat near Aylesham station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
Is Nonington within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when you book.
What a landlord roof survey doesn’t cover
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- Parts of the roof we can’t safely see or access
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
Local roofs in Nonington
Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. 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. The wider area around Nonington has a long history of building, with Goodnestone Park about 1.4 miles north. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. If you let a flat or house near Aylesham station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Anyone responsible for a site like Nonington Church of England Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Nonington is about 7 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. We carry out landlord roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Nonington and the surrounding area. Across Kent, we cover Nonington and the places around it. There’s also a page for Canterbury.
Here we cover the CT15 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. You will find streets like Vicarage Lane, St Mary's Close and Park View Rise, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Snowdown (1 mile south-west), Frogham (1 mile south), Ratling (1 mile north-west), Chillenden (1 mile north-east) and Barfrestone (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (7 miles north-west), Margate (13 miles north-east), Dover (7 miles south-east), Folkestone (10 miles south), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (13 miles north-east).
Near you in Nonington
The nearest railway station is Aylesham station, roughly 0.8 miles west of the centre.
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Height and safe access
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Why it is worth a survey now in Nonington
On a shared roof, disagreements are easier to settle with a clear record. Without a survey, it’s one opinion against another. For an older or listed building in a place like Nonington, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
Why us?
- 20+ years’ experience
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
DIY checks: what’s safe
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.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
For landlords and managing agents
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
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.