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Landlord roof survey in Rough Common, Kent
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats across Rough Common, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
Landlord roof survey in Rough Common
A landlord roof survey covers the usual parts of a roof: coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft space. Flat roofs over blocks, rear additions and garages are covered too when they’re in the agreed scope. Chimney stacks, parapets and party-wall upstands are checked as far as they can safely be seen, along with the roof space where there is safe access. We survey rented houses, shared roofs and flat roofs on blocks, and common reasons people get in touch are leaks into upper flats and mortar falling from ridges and verges.
In a village or hamlet like Rough Common, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can safely be seen, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Where
- Rough Common (CT2)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Rough Common
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Rough Common, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, while driving rain finds any gap. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your 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, so the council is the place to ask.
If you live near a park like Whitehall Meadows, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. If you look after a building like Blean Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Rough Common is about 2 miles north-west of Canterbury, in Kent. Bookings from Rough Common are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Across Kent, we cover Rough Common and the places around it.
Every address in CT2 is covered for landlord roof surveys. Whether your property is on Ross Gardens, Firtree Close and Rough Common Road or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Harbledown (1 mile south-east), Upper Harbledown (1 mile south-west), Hales Place (1 mile east), Wincheap (2 miles south-east) and Thanington (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Ashford (13 miles south-west), Dover (15 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles west), Folkestone (15 miles south), Whitstable (4 miles north) and Faversham (7 miles west).
Near you in Rough Common
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to St Edmund's School, The Archbishop's School and The Dog and Bear pub. The closest station to Rough Common is Canterbury West station, about 1.3 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (1.6 miles south-east) and Canterbury Castle (1.6 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
What we are asked to look at in Rough Common
Many blocks and converted houses have several roof types. Each wears differently, and flat roofs over rear additions frequently need attention sooner.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Flashings that have come away
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Damaged pots and flaunching
Landlords with a home close to Canterbury West station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Roof by roof
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
The edges and top of a pitched roof are exposed and get close attention.
Gutters and downpipes
Gutters are a common source of leaks on blocks. Gutters, outlets and downpipes are inspected where they can be seen.
How the survey works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. For a village or hamlet like Rough Common, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- 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 ground level, vantage points, the roof 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.
Before the survey
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Find any records of previous roof work
Getting a price
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
Questions from Rough Common
Can a landlord with a rental near Canterbury West station book a roof survey?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Rough Common?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In high wind or heavy rain, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
What does a roof survey cost?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before you book, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access as you book.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes, that is one of the main reasons clients book. Surveying again later shows what has changed to keep your plan up to date.
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What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Which survey package you book
- Height and safe access
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
These details help when you contact us:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Rough Common
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Rough Common
A contractor’s quote tells you what they propose to do. An independent survey tells you the roof’s condition first, so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Around Rough Common, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
For a price for your roof in Rough Common, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book us in Rough Common
- Plain-English reports with photos
- 20+ years’ experience
- Visits on any day of the week
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.