Kent · London and the South East
Northdown Landlord Roof Survey
Landlord roof surveys in Northdown and the rest of Kent. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
Why act early in Northdown
On a shared roof, disagreements are easier to settle with a clear record. Without one, each party may have a different view of what’s wrong. Around Northdown, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, especially where trees overhang. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Why book us in Northdown
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Visits on any day of the week
- 98% customer satisfaction
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
About our landlord roof survey in Northdown
Access needs arranging before a survey of a let or shared building. The roof space and certain flats may need to be opened up for us, so tenants or leaseholders need notice. You or your agent arrange access, and we confirm what we need when you book. Where we can’t get into part of the building, the report says so. We survey converted houses, blocks of flats and flat roofs on blocks, and common reasons people get in touch are choked outlets and gutters and gaps where tiles or slates have slipped.
Around Northdown, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are typically where the work is. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Northdown (CT9, CT10)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Who pays under the lease (that’s a legal question)
- Parts of the roof we cannot safely see or access
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Nearby places to Northdown
What else we do in Northdown
Landlord roof surveys in Northdown: local notes
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Northdown, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. 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.
Shop and office owners around Westwood Cross may find that a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Palm Bay Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Quex Park lies about 4.5 miles west, so building around Northdown goes back a long way. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done.
Northdown is about 2 miles east of Margate, in Kent. We survey roofs in Northdown and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Northdown is one of the places in Kent we cover. Canterbury is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: CT9 and CT10. Streets in the area include Old Road, Holly Lane and Green Lane, all of which we cover. If you are just outside Northdown, we cover Palm Bay (1 mile north-west), Cliftonville (1 mile west), Kingsgate (1 mile east), St Peter's (1 mile south) and Broadstairs (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Ramsgate (3 miles south), Deal (12 miles south), Herne Bay (12 miles west), Walmer (13 miles south), St Lawrence (3 miles south) and Newington (3 miles south-west).
What’s near Northdown
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Captain Digby Inn and Dane Court Grammar School and the streets around them. Northdown’s nearest station is Broadstairs station, about 1.8 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Westwood Cross (2.1 miles south-west) and Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (1.4 miles south-west).
How the survey changes by roof type
Roof spaces and lofts
Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay or none at all. We note what we see from inside.
Shared chimney stacks
Chimneys often let water in at the flashings. We record anything visible.
What happens on the day
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Northdown is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from ground level and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged with you beforehand.
- Each roof is checked as far as it can be seen safely, including from inside where possible.
- 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
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
Northdown questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Northdown?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Northdown?
Yes. Northdown is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How much time does the visit need?
A visit usually takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. You’ll know roughly how long when we arrange it.
Who do you carry out landlord roof surveys for?
It suits anyone responsible for a let or shared roof: landlords, agents, freeholders and residents’ management companies.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later, which helps you plan work and budgets. Repair costs aren’t included but it gives contractors a clear brief.
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.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain is normally fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In strong wind or a downpour, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Northdown
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.