Kent · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Stocker's Head
Get a clear view of the let or shared roof at a property in Stocker's Head. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Leaks into upper flats
Landlord roof survey in Stocker's Head
Managing agents and freeholders use our reports to plan maintenance and budgets. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later, as far as can be judged from what’s visible. It does not include repair cost estimates, but it gives contractors a clear brief to price from. Urgent defects are flagged clearly, so you can deal with it first and budget for the rest. We survey rented houses, blocks of flats and flat roofs on blocks, and the problems we are asked to look at most are damaged party-wall upstands or parapets and failed flashings at walls and chimneys.
In a village or hamlet like Stocker's Head, 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. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The Standard Survey adds 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.
- Where
- Stocker's Head (TN27)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Stocker's Head
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. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Belmont House and Gardens, about 3.9 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Stocker's Head. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Landlords with a home close to Charing station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Anyone responsible for a site like Charing Church of England Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Stocker's Head is about 6 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. Anywhere in Stocker's Head, we can carry out landlord roof surveys at your property. Stocker's Head is one of the places in Kent we cover for landlord roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
All of TN27 is covered for landlord roof surveys. We also cover the places around Stocker's Head: Charing Hill (1 mile west), Stalisfield (2 miles north), Stalisfield Green (2 miles north), Paddock (2 miles east) and The Valley (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (13 miles west), Ashford (6 miles south-east), Canterbury (12 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north), Whitstable (13 miles north-east) and Faversham (7 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Stocker's Head
Typical jobs here are in homes near King's Head Public House and Spuckles and Kennelling Woods. Stocker's Head’s nearest station is Charing station, about 1.3 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find Newnham Castle (4.7 miles north).
Why act early in Stocker's Head
A planned maintenance budget needs real information. A survey shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later, so spending can be spread sensibly. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why book us in Stocker's Head
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- An independent look at the roof
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
The survey, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect an hour or two for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. Around Stocker's Head, 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.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
- Each roof is looked at from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
How to prepare
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Common questions in Stocker's Head
Can a landlord with a rental near Charing station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Is Stocker's Head within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
How much is a survey?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
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. It doesn’t include repair cost estimates, but contractors can price from it.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take between one and two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Stocker's Head?
A tenant reporting damp or a stained ceiling is a common reason to book. The survey helps show whether the roof, gutters or flashings are involved from what’s visible.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
Trees in and around Spuckles and Kennelling Woods shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What experience they bring
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Are they insured for the work?
How we price landlord roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- House, block, shop or office
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What to let us know when you contact us
What helps most when you contact us:
- The address and postcode of the property
- When you need the report by
- What made you get in touch
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.