Kent · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Stanford
Independent landlord roof surveys in Stanford. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Leaks into upper flats
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a landlord roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- File each roof report for future reference
- Ask residents to report damp straight away
- Don’t wait for a leak to survey the roof
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
Questions about who pays under the lease are for your managing agent or a solicitor. What we provide is an independent record of condition that everyone can refer to.
Encourage residents to tell you about leaks or damp right away. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem typically is.
How a landlord roof survey works in Stanford
Landlords often book us when buying a property to rent out, others when a tenant reports a leak or damp. Others want a regular survey for a rolling maintenance plan. Whatever the reason, the report follows the same clear format with photographs and recommendations. Surveys are carried out on any day of the week which can help when arranging access with residents. Typical surveys look at leaking joints at party walls and choked outlets and gutters, across flat roofs on blocks, shared roofs and gutters and downpipes.
In a small place like Stanford, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Stanford (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Stanford
Older buildings across London and South East England have roofs that are decades old. Nails, battens, flashings and underlay often fail before good slates or tiles so it pays to check how the roof is holding up.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Brockhill Park Performing Arts College, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Their insurance cover
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
What this survey can’t tell you
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- A full building survey of every part of the property
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
What else we do in Stanford
Stanford: your questions answered
Is Stanford within the area you cover?
Yes. Stanford is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Westenhanger station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Stanford?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we’ll point you to the right survey. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
How long will you be at the property?
Expect it to take about 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
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. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Stanford
Landlords, agents and building managers in Stanford and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Stanford
Stanford lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. 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. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Westenhanger Castle, about 0.6 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Stanford. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs. For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Stanford is about 3 miles north-west of Hythe, in Kent. We carry out landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Stanford. Our Kent coverage includes Stanford and the places around it. Canterbury is in our area too.
Every address in TN25 is within our area for landlord roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Stone Street and Kennett Lane and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Postling (1 mile north-east), Sellindge (2 miles west), Moorstock (2 miles north-west), Skeete (2 miles north-east) and Woodland (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (8 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (12 miles east), Folkestone (6 miles east), Hythe (3 miles south-east) and Tower Hamlets (11 miles east).
What’s near Stanford
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Sandling Park. There’s a railway station in Stanford itself: Westenhanger station. Well-known places in the area include Hythe Museum (2.9 miles south-east) and Royal Victoria Hospital (5.8 miles east). Open spaces near Stanford include Hatch Park and Tolsford Hill.
What we do, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit normally takes about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Somewhere as small as Stanford, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- 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 roof space and the roof where it is safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about parking before the day
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Getting a price
To get a price for landlord roof surveys in Stanford, ring 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.