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Landlord roof survey in Sheet Hill, Kent
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for Sheet Hill, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Flashings that have come away
- Choked outlets and gutters
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Sheet Hill
A landlord roof survey covers the usual parts of a roof: slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. 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 and the loft where access is safe. Typical surveys look at choked outlets and gutters and damaged party-wall upstands or parapets, on shared roofs, gutters and downpipes and blocks of flats.
In a village or hamlet like Sheet Hill, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it’s typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Sheet Hill (TN15)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
What we do, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a small place like Sheet Hill, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can be seen safely.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
How to prepare
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Before and after the survey
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Ask residents to report damp right away
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- Don’t store items over the loft hatch
- Do not wait for a leak to survey the roof
We do not advise on leases or who should pay. What we provide is an independent record of condition to help those discussions.
Act on urgent items in the report first, and plan the rest. Left alone, minor faults normally get worse.
Sheet Hill questions
How do I find out if my home in Sheet Hill is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Can a landlord with a rental near Borough Green & Wrotham station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the building.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can you survey a shared roof on a terrace or converted house?
Yes, we survey shared roofs often. We can only inspect neighbouring parts from where we are allowed to be, and the report says so.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when you book.
How much is a survey?
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. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Places near Sheet Hill
What else we do in Sheet Hill
Can I check my roof myself?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roofs are common over blocks, extensions and garages. We look for ponding, splits, blisters and tired upstands where we can see them safely.
Shared chimney stacks
Many terraces and conversions have shared stacks. We check pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings as far as can be seen.
Common roof problems in Sheet Hill
A single building may have pitched roofs, flat roofs and rear additions. Each wears differently and the smaller roofs are easy to forget.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
Homes near green spaces such as Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
Sheet Hill homes and their roofs
Old Soar Manor, about 1.3 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Sheet Hill. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
If you let a flat or house near Borough Green & Wrotham station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Anyone responsible for a site like Plaxtol Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Sheet Hill is about 5 miles east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Whether the building in Sheet Hill is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Every address in TN15 is within our area for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Bewley Lane and Sheet Hill or anywhere close by, we can help. If you are just outside Sheet Hill, we cover Yopps Green (1 mile south-east), Ivy Hatch (1 mile west), Ightham (1 mile north-west), Oldbury (1 mile north-west) and Shipbourne (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north), Sevenoaks (5 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (9 miles south), Gravesend (12 miles north) and Tonbridge (5 miles south).
Local landmarks in Sheet Hill
Around Sheet Hill, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve, Wrotham School and The Plough Public House. Sheet Hill’s nearest station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, roughly 1.7 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Beechin Wood Archery Museum (2 miles north-east) and Sevenoaks Hospital (4.4 miles west).