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Landlord Roof Survey in Saltwood
Independent landlord roof surveys in Saltwood. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
Saltwood questions
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Saltwood?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows.
Can a landlord with a rental near Sandling station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just call 07833 053749 or email us with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes, that is one of the main reasons clients book. Surveying again later shows what has changed to keep your plan up to date.
Can you survey a shared roof on a terrace or converted house?
Yes. We inspect the parts we are given access to, as far as they can be seen safely. The report records what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
About our landlord roof survey in Saltwood
Shared roofs on blocks, converted houses and terraces raise their own questions. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely, including from the roof space and the flats where access is arranged. The report records the condition of each part, so everyone works from the same facts. Where neighbours share the roof, we can only inspect what we are given access to. If you’ve noticed ceiling stains reported by tenants and failed flashings at walls and chimneys, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a small place like Saltwood, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. 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 frequently the first to give way.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Saltwood (CT21)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Saltwood
A planned maintenance budget needs real information. A survey shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later, so spending can be spread sensibly. Older cottages and farmhouses around Saltwood can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
What you get with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Landlord roof surveys in Saltwood: local notes
Saltwood is within about 1 mile of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles. About 2.2 miles north-west lies Westenhanger Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Saltwood has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you own a rental within reach of Sandling station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Saltwood is about 1 mile north of Hythe, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Saltwood can all book landlord roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
All of CT21 is covered for landlord roof surveys. We cover properties on Old Saltwood Lane, The Green and Bartholomew Lane and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Saltwood, we cover Hythe (1 mile south), Sandling (1 mile north-west), Pedlinge (1 mile west), Palmarsh (2 miles south-west) and Newingreen (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (10 miles north-west), Canterbury (14 miles north), Dover (10 miles north-east), Folkestone (4 miles east), Tower Hamlets (10 miles east) and Hawkinge (4 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Saltwood
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Brockhill Park Performing Arts College, Brockhill Country Park and Red Lion Public House. The closest station to Saltwood is Sandling station, about 0.9 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Royal Victoria Hospital (4.1 miles east) and Hythe Museum (0.8 miles south). Not far away are Tolsford Hill.
Nearby places to Saltwood
What else we do in Saltwood
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Saltwood?
Roofs on let and shared buildings often get less regular attention than owner-occupied homes. Minor faults can go unseen until a tenant reports a leak, by which point the damage has spread.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Cracked or lifting flashings
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Saltwood CofE Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Before you book anyone
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What follow-up you get after the report
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a photo-illustrated written report, sent to you by email. On timing, most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Around Saltwood, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- 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.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photographs.
Before we arrive
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
How to book
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
What a landlord roof survey does not cover
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
How we price landlord roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The size of the roof
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.