Medway · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in North Street, Medway
Landlord roof surveys in North Street and the rest of Medway. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Leaking joints at party walls
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How big the roof is
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
How a landlord roof survey works in North Street
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, or after a tenant reports a leak. Others want a regular survey for a rolling maintenance plan. The report is laid out the same way whatever the reason, with photos and recommendations. Surveys are carried out on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier to arrange. We survey rented houses, flat roofs on blocks and shared roofs, and the problems we are asked to look at most are slipped or missing slates and tiles and leaks into upper flats.
In a village or hamlet like North Street, 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 often old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- North Street (ME3)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Felt flat roofs frequently last around 15–20 years, so their age matters.
Shared chimney stacks
Chimneys often let water in at the flashings. We record anything visible.
Landlord roof surveys in North Street: local notes
The coast is about 1 mile or less from North Street, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift. 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.
For landlords with property near Gillingham (Kent) station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
North Street is about 5 miles north of Gillingham, in Medway. We cover North Street and the rest of Medway, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across Medway, large and small. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Every address in ME3 is within our area for landlord roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Tunbridge Hill (1 mile south-west), Kingsnorth (1 mile south), Stoke (1 mile north-east), Fenn Street (1 mile north-west) and Sharnal Street (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Gillingham (5 miles south), Chatham (7 miles south-west), Rochester (6 miles south-west), Rainham (5 miles south), Strood (6 miles south-west) and Luton (6 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in North Street
We work in homes and buildings around The White Horse pub, among other places. The closest station to North Street is Gillingham (Kent) station, roughly 4.2 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Medway Maritime Hospital (4.9 miles south-west) and Upnor Castle (4 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Bishop Saltings.
North Street questions
Is my home in North Street listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is the coastal weather around North Street hard on roofs?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows, and North Street is within about 1 mile of the coast.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What does a block roof survey cost?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all including VAT. Blocks are priced on their size and roofs, so ring 07833 053749 or email us for a price.
Will you inspect a roof that several owners share?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. We can only inspect neighbouring parts from where we’re allowed to be and we will say so.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Why it’s worth a survey now in North Street
An independent report helps when owners need to agree on roof work. Without one, each party may have a different view of what’s wrong. Outbuildings and barns around North Street are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why us?
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Package prices that include VAT
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
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Before and after the survey
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Tell tenants when we’re coming
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
We don’t advise on leases or who should pay. What we provide is an independent record of condition to help those discussions.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem usually is.
How it works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a small place like North Street, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
How to prepare
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
What we’re asked to look at in North Street
A tenant reporting damp or a stained ceiling is a common reason to book. The survey helps show whether the roof, gutters or flashings are involved, as far as can be seen.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
The streets around a church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What the survey will not cover
- What experience they bring