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Landlord roof survey in Puddledock, Kent
Landlord roof surveys in Puddledock from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Blocked gutters over flats
What we do, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey typically takes about one to two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older rural homes like those around Puddledock can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we’ll need.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Landlord roof survey in Puddledock: what you get
With a shared roof, it’s not always clear what’s wrong or where. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely including the loft and flats where access is arranged. Each part of the roof is recorded with photos, so everyone works from the same facts. We can only inspect the parts of a shared roof we are allowed to reach. We survey flat roofs on blocks, rented houses and shared roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are loose ridge or hip tiles and failed flashings at walls and chimneys.
Some older homes in villages like Puddledock are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Puddledock (DA2, BR8)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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What a landlord roof survey doesn’t cover
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Puddledock
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
For landlords and managing agents
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Puddledock. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
You can learn a lot from the ground. 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.
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Puddledock
Older buildings across London and South East England have roofs that are decades old. Fixings, flashings and underlay can fail before the slates or tiles themselves, and a survey helps show where that is happening.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Choked outlets and gutters
For businesses in and around places such as Broadway Shopping Centre, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions.
Before booking anyone
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Landlord roof surveys in Puddledock: local notes
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. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. The wider area around Puddledock has a long history of building, with Hall Place and Gardens about 2.2 miles north. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
Take an older house close to St Peter: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. If you look after a building such as Hextable Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Puddledock is about 1 mile north of Swanley, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Puddledock, the roof can be surveyed. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. You can also see our page for London.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: DA2 and BR8. Close by, we survey roofs in Hextable (1 mile south-east), Stonehill Green (1 mile south-west), Joyden's Wood (1 mile north), Wilmington (1 mile north-east) and Swanley Village (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Dartford (3 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (9 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles east), Northfleet (7 miles east), Kings Hill (14 miles south-east) and Swanscombe (5 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Puddledock
Typical jobs here are in homes near Dartford Heath, The Ship pub and Hextable School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Swanley station, roughly 1.8 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find West Hill Hospital (2.5 miles north-east) and Eynsford Castle (3.6 miles south-east). Not far away are Wansunt Pit and Summer Hill.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A leak in a block rarely stays in one place. Spotting roof defects early helps protect the whole building. For an older or listed building in a place like Puddledock, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
What you get with us
- A report with photographs
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Visits on any day of the week
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Common questions in Puddledock
How do I find out if my home in Puddledock is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Swanley station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you need, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
Do you work in Puddledock?
Yes. We survey roofs in Puddledock and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
How much does a landlord roof survey cost in Puddledock?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. The written report follows by email.