Kent · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in South Alkham, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for landlord roof surveys in South Alkham. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Standing water on a flat roof
How a landlord roof survey works in South Alkham
Our landlord roof survey gives you a clear picture of a roof’s condition in a report you can plan around. Landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders all use it, as well as residents’ and RTM management companies. The report covers defects, photographs and recommendations set out by urgency where relevant. The survey covers the roof, not the whole building. We survey shared roofs, flat roofs on blocks and blocks of flats, and the problems we are asked to look at most are choked outlets and gutters and splits and blisters in flat roof coverings.
In a village or hamlet like South Alkham, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- South Alkham (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
South Alkham questions
Is South Alkham within the area you cover?
Yes. South Alkham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Is the coastal weather around South Alkham hard on roofs?
It can do. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as South Alkham is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Will you need to get into tenants’ homes?
We may do. If the loft space or a flat roof is reached through a flat, we need access to it, so residents need notice.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant, which helps you plan work and budgets. Repair costs are not included, but contractors can price from it.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
Will you say whether the freeholder or leaseholders should pay?
No, we do not advise on leases, so ask your managing agent or a solicitor. We report on the roof’s condition and what needs attention.
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Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Check the roof space can be accessed
If anything in the report needs explaining, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person one.
Get gutters and roof outlets cleared at least once a year and include any valley or parapet gutters. Blocked gutters are a common cause of leaks into top-floor flats.
What happens on the day
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Somewhere like South Alkham needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- Access to flats and the roof space is arranged by you or your agent.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can safely be seen.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Let us know about parking before the day
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Common roof problems in South Alkham
People living in a building seldom see the roof itself. Slipped slates, cracked flashings and blocked gutters can sit unnoticed for years particularly where the roof can’t be seen from the street.
Common reasons to book include:
- Leaks into upper flats
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
Trees in and around Sladden Wood shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Before booking anyone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Local roofs in South Alkham
South Alkham lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Historic houses such as Acrise Place, about 3.5 miles west, show how far back building around South Alkham goes. If you own one of the older houses, the roof may have been repaired many times, and the survey records how each part is holding up. If you own a rental within reach of Kearsney station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
South Alkham is about 4 miles west of Dover, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in South Alkham, we can survey the roof. South Alkham is one of the places in Kent we cover for landlord roof surveys. Canterbury is in our area too.
All of CT15 is covered for landlord roof surveys. We offer landlord roof surveys to properties on Meggett Lane and Alkham Valley Road. Close by, we survey roofs in Alkham (1 mile north-east), Drellingore (1 mile south-west), Chalksole Green (1 mile north), Ewell Minnis (1 mile north-east) and Wolverton (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (15 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north-west), Dover (4 miles east), Folkestone (4 miles south-west), Deal (10 miles north-east) and Hythe (7 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in South Alkham
We work in homes and buildings around Sladden Wood, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Kearsney station, about 2.8 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Folkestone Castle (3.2 miles south-west) and Crabble Corn Mill (3.1 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Dover Western Heights and Sugar Loaf Hill.
Why act early in South Alkham
Defects caught early can often be dealt with as planned work. Left until it leaks, a roof can damage ceilings and tenants’ belongings and force rushed work. In a small place like South Alkham, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we can help you choose.
Why book us in South Alkham
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- An independent look at the roof
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Weekday and weekend surveys
See our cost guide and our case studies.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in South Alkham
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The shape of the roof and its details
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Booking your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs