Kent · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Sevenoaks Weald, Kent
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for Sevenoaks Weald, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
Landlord roof surveys in Sevenoaks Weald: local notes
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Historic houses such as Knole House, about 2.1 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Sevenoaks Weald goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
Take a building like Weald Community Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Living close to Knole Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Sevenoaks Weald is about 3 miles south of Sevenoaks, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Sevenoaks Weald, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across Kent. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
All of TN14 is within our area for landlord roof surveys. Streets in the area include Church Road, Knole Close and Windmill Road. Close by, we survey roofs in Hall's Green (1 mile south), Woodhatch (1 mile south-east), Goathurst Common (2 miles north-west), Kippington (2 miles north) and Charcott (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (15 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north), Sevenoaks (3 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles south-east), Tonbridge (5 miles south-east) and Northfleet (15 miles north-east).
Around Sevenoaks Weald
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Knole Park. For rail, the closest station is Hildenborough station, about 2.3 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Sevenoaks Hospital (3.6 miles north) and Chiddingstone Castle (4.1 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Barden Lake and Dryhill Nature Reserve.
About our landlord roof survey in Sevenoaks Weald
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. If you’re worried about mortar falling from ridges and verges and slipped or missing slates and tiles, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Sevenoaks Weald, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Where we can’t see part of the let or shared roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Sevenoaks Weald (TN14)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Keep the loft hatch clear and reachable
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
- Ask residents to report damp straight away
How soon the report arrives depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Pick the package that suits the building and your timescale.
Act on urgent items in the report first and schedule the others. Left alone, minor faults typically get worse.
Questions from Sevenoaks Weald
I let a flat near Hildenborough station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Is my home in Sevenoaks Weald listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
What does a roof survey cost?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Around Sevenoaks Weald, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You tell us about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we’ll need.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before we arrive
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Keep pets in another room
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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What we are asked to look at in Sevenoaks Weald
Older buildings across London and South East England have roofs that are decades old. Nails, battens, flashings and underlay frequently fail before good slates or tiles, and a survey helps show where that’s happening.
We are often asked to look at:
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Leaks into upper flats
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
If you live in an older home near Church of St George, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
What to check before booking
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- What exactly goes into their report
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
What happens if roof problems are left?
Water that gets into one flat can affect others below. Early surveys help avoid damage spreading between flats. Older and listed buildings around Sevenoaks Weald may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why book us in Sevenoaks Weald
- Prices that include VAT
- PI and public liability insurance
- Photos and a written report every time
- 20+ years’ experience
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
When you need someone else
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Sevenoaks Weald
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs