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Landlord roof survey in Shalmsford Street, Kent
Independent landlord roof surveys in Shalmsford Street. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Flashings that have come away
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
About our landlord roof survey in Shalmsford Street
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, or after a tenant reports a leak. Others want a regular survey for a rolling maintenance plan. The report is laid out the same way whatever the reason with photographs and recommendations. Surveys are carried out on weekdays and at weekends which can help when arranging access with residents. We survey rented houses, blocks of flats and converted houses, and common reasons people get in touch are flashings that have come away and damp or stains in top-floor flats.
In a smaller place like Shalmsford Street, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Shalmsford Street (CT4)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Shalmsford Street
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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. 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.
Take a building like Chartham Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. Landlords with a home close to Chartham station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Shalmsford Street is about 3 miles south-west of Canterbury, in Kent. We survey roofs in Shalmsford Street and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. Across Kent, we cover Shalmsford Street and the places around it.
Surveys in CT4 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Old Church Road, Pomfret Road and Summer Piece Grove, and we cover them all. We also cover Chartham (1 mile north), Mystole (1 mile west), Garlinge Green (1 mile south), Chartham Hatch (1 mile north) and Thanington (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (10 miles south-west), Canterbury (3 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-east) and Whitstable (7 miles north).
What’s near Shalmsford Street
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Artichoke Inn and Broadham Down and the streets around them. Shalmsford Street’s nearest station is Chartham station, roughly 0.5 miles north. A little further out are Chilham Castle (2.6 miles west) and Whitefriars Shopping Centre (3.3 miles north-east). Not far away are Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
How it works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. For a survey in Shalmsford Street, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- 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.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the loft space and the roof itself where safe.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- You get a written condition report to help plan maintenance.
How to prepare
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- House, block, shop or office
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- When you need the report by
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What’s prompted the survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
- Do not wait for a leak to survey the roof
- Tell tenants when we’re coming
If you need to share the findings with leaseholders or a board, the photos help. We keep the report clear and jargon-light.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. Early reports let you act before damage spreads.
Why act early in Shalmsford Street
Keeping a dated survey on file helps with future planning. Surveying again later shows what has changed, which suits a rolling maintenance plan. In a smaller place like Shalmsford Street, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing does not stay loose for long. Wind gets under it and lifts more, and water follows.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Shalmsford Street
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Package prices that include VAT
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Plain-English reports with photos
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Shalmsford Street questions
Is my home in Shalmsford Street listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Chartham station?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How long is the visit?
Most surveys take an hour or two for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. We’ll confirm the timing when booking.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
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Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Shalmsford Street
Tenants and leaseholders rarely look at the roof. Defects up on the roof can go unreported for a long time particularly where the roof cannot be seen from the street.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
If you live near a park such as Broadham Down, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone