Kent · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Pembury
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? We carry out landlord roof surveys in Pembury and across Kent.
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
About our landlord roof survey in Pembury
We survey let and shared roofs in Pembury and across London and South East England. Time on site normally takes about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. We inspect from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe including by drone where applicable. A written report with photos follows. If you’re worried about worn ridges, hips and verges and missing or loose roof coverings, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Pembury, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are normally where the work is, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Place
- Pembury (TN2)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Pembury
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Landlords with a home close to High Brooms station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If you look after a building such as Pembury School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If you live near a park such as Brenchley Wood, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.
Pembury is about 3 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Pembury is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Kent coverage includes Pembury. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
We work across TN2 for landlord roof surveys. Local streets include High Street, Church Road and Henwood Green Road, and we cover them all. If you are just outside Pembury, we cover Key's Green (2 miles south-east), Matfield (2 miles east), Lamberhurst Quarter (2 miles south-east), Capel (2 miles north) and Petteridge (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (12 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (11 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (3 miles west), Tonbridge (4 miles north-west), Kings Hill (9 miles north) and Foley Park (13 miles north-east).
What’s near Pembury
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Skinners' Kent Academy, King William IV pub and Brenchley Wood, among other places. For rail, the closest station is High Brooms station, about 2.2 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery (2.9 miles west) and Tunbridge Wells Hospital (0.9 miles west). The countryside around Pembury includes Barden Lake and Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
Why get it checked now?
Quotes from contractors set out the work they want to carry out. An independent survey tells you the roof’s condition first, so you can compare quotes on the same basis. With lower homes, common in places like Pembury, there’s little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
What you get with us
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Over 20 years’ experience
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Also near Pembury
What else we do in Pembury
Honest limits
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Who pays under the lease (that’s a legal question)
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Homes around Pembury often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the loft space and the roof itself where safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or email us and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Pembury. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
What we look for on each type of roof
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
On older pitched roofs, the fixings and underlay often fail before good slates or tiles. We note what we can see.
Shared chimney stacks
Damp in a chimney breast can start at the top of the stack. We note what we can see.
Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from a landlord roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
- Ask residents to report damp straight away
- Keep the loft hatch clear and reachable
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
Photos make it easier to explain the findings to leaseholders, tenants or directors. We keep the report clear and jargon-light.
Regular roof checks beat waiting for a leak. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings, alongside yearly gutter clearing.
FAQs for Pembury
Is Pembury within the area you cover?
Yes, Pembury is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
I let a flat near High Brooms station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need.
Do you survey roofs shared between flats?
Yes. We inspect the parts we’re given access to, as far as they can safely be seen. Areas we couldn’t see are noted as well as what could.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.