Kent · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Sepham Heath
An experienced roof surveyor for landlord roof surveys in Sepham Heath. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
What we look for on each type of roof
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Ridges, hips and verges take a lot of weather, so we look at them closely.
Party-wall upstands and parapets
Parapet walls frequently hide gutters behind them. We inspect them as far as it is safe to see.
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Sepham Heath
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. The report sets out what we saw, with photos and recommendations. Typical surveys look at flashings that have come away and loose ridge or hip tiles, across blocks of flats, flat roofs on blocks and rented houses.
Some older homes in villages like Sepham Heath are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
Where we cannot see part of the let or shared roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Sepham Heath (TN14)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Sepham Heath
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What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey typically takes between one and two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Sepham Heath can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where it is safe.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking near the property
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Sepham Heath
Can a landlord with a rental near Knockholt station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the building.
Is Sepham Heath within the area you cover?
Yes, Sepham Heath is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes, that’s one of the main reasons clients book. Surveying again later shows what has changed to keep your plan up to date.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Will you inspect a roof that several owners share?
Yes. We survey what we can access and see safely. Areas we couldn’t see are noted in the report.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT.
How we price landlord roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Getting in touch
We will usually ask about:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What made you get in touch
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Landlord roof surveys around Sepham Heath
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. 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. Historic houses such as Lullingstone Castle, about 3.1 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Sepham Heath goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you live in an older home near Otford Lane Mission Church, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Homes near green spaces like Polhill Bank can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn.
Sepham Heath is about 3 miles north-west of Sevenoaks, in Kent. We provide landlord roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Sepham Heath and nearby. Sepham Heath is one of the places in Kent where we work for landlord roof surveys. We also survey roofs in London.
Surveys in TN14 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Other places close to Sepham Heath include Halstead (1 mile north-west), Twitton (1 mile south-east), Badgers Mount (1 mile north), Knockholt Pound (1 mile south-west) and Shoreham (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Dartford (9 miles north), Sevenoaks (3 miles south-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south), Gravesend (12 miles north-east), Tonbridge (10 miles south-east) and Northfleet (11 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Sepham Heath
We work in homes and buildings around Crown Cottages The Rose And Crown Public House and Polhill Bank. The closest station to Sepham Heath is Knockholt station, about 1.7 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Lullingstone Castle (3.1 miles north-east) and Sevenoaks Hospital (3.1 miles south-east). Open spaces near Sepham Heath include Betsom's Hill and Dryhill Nature Reserve.
What a landlord roof survey doesn’t cover
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Responsibility under a lease
- Parts of the roof we can’t safely see or access
- A full building survey of every part of the property
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
Leave it or get it looked at?
A leak in a block rarely stays in one place. Early surveys help avoid damage spreading between flats. Around Sepham Heath, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why us?
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- 98% customer satisfaction
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
What we are asked to look at in Sepham Heath
A roof nobody lives directly under can be easy to overlook. Small defects go unnoticed until water comes through a ceiling and by then more has been damaged.
We are often asked to look at:
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
For landlords with property near Knockholt station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What experience they bring
- Are they insured for the work?