Kent · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Petham
A careful look at the let or shared roof at your property in Petham, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
What we can’t see
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Who pays under the lease (that is a legal question)
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
Landlord roof survey in Petham: what you get
Who pays for roof work on a block depends on the lease. We don’t give legal advice on leases, but our report gives everyone an independent record of condition. It helps owners and managers discuss the next steps from the same facts. You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. We survey shared roofs, blocks of flats and flat roofs on blocks, and the problems we are asked to look at most are ponding or splits on flat roofs and parapets and upstands in poor repair.
In a small place like Petham, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Petham (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Petham
Landlords, agents and building managers in Petham and across Kent can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Petham
If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you look after a building such as Petham Primary School, 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 All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Whitefriars Shopping Centre, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions.
Petham is about 4 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. We provide landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Petham and the surrounding area. Our Kent coverage includes Petham and the places around it.
Here we cover the CT4 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. Local streets include The Street, Vicarage Hill and Town Road. We also cover the places around Petham: Garlinge Green (1 mile north-west), Lower Hardres (2 miles north-east), Upper Hardres (2 miles east), Anvil Green (2 miles south-west) and Pett Bottom (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (10 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north), Dover (12 miles south-east), Folkestone (11 miles south-east), Whitstable (9 miles north) and Deal (15 miles east).
Landmarks near Petham
For rail, the closest station is Chartham station, about 2.6 miles north-west. A little further out are Canterbury Castle (3.8 miles north) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (3.4 miles north-east). Not far away are Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
What a survey costs
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- What made you get in touch
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What kind of property and roof it is
- When you need the report by
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
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How the survey works
Where it’s 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 normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Rural addresses near Petham can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
How to prepare
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
How the survey changes by roof type
Shared chimney stacks
Damp in a chimney breast can start at the top of the stack. We note what we can see.
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Slate and tiled pitched roofs are common on let and shared buildings. Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys and flashings are inspected where it’s safe to see them.
Questions from Petham
Will you come out to Petham?
Yes. Petham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Chartham station?
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, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Can you survey a shared roof on a terrace or converted house?
Yes. We survey what we can access and see safely. The report records what couldn’t be seen in the report.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
What’s the best way to book?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we will suggest the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.