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Landlord roof survey in Stowting, Kent
Landlord roof surveys in Stowting, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Leaking joints at party walls
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Stowting?
Reports of leaks or damp from tenants frequently lead to a survey. The survey helps show whether the roof, gutters or flashings are involved from what’s visible.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Flashings that have come away
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
Take a building like Stowting Church of England Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Questions to ask before you book
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Will the report include photos?
- How long the report takes to arrive
How a landlord roof survey works in Stowting
A roof over tenants or leaseholders frequently gets attention only when water comes in. A condition survey lets you find problems before they become leaks, and plan work rather than react to it. You get a report with photographs to keep on file for the building. Many landlords and agents repeat it every few years to see how the roof is changing. We survey blocks of flats, gutters and downpipes and rented houses, and common reasons people get in touch are leaking joints at party walls and damp or stains in top-floor flats.
In a village or hamlet like Stowting, 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.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Stowting (TN25)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Stowting
Also in Stowting
Common questions in Stowting
Can a landlord with a rental near Westenhanger station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
Do you cover smaller places like Stowting?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access when you book.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later so you can plan spending. Repair costs are not included, but contractors can price from it.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How the survey changes by roof type
Gutters and downpipes
Hidden gutters on larger buildings can send water indoors. We give them close attention.
Roof spaces and lofts
The loft space shows a lot about a roof’s condition. We check it where there’s safe access, looking for staining, damp and daylight.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Stowting
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
What a landlord roof survey doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Parts of the roof we can’t safely see or access
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Rented houses
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
Local roofs in Stowting
Westenhanger Castle, about 3.2 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Stowting. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Living close to Spong Wood is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn.
Stowting is about 5 miles north-west of Hythe, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Stowting, we can survey the roof. Across Kent, we cover Stowting. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: TN25. That includes homes and businesses on Stowting Hill and Scot's Lane. Close by, we survey roofs in Stowting Common (1 mile north), Hemsted (1 mile east), Skeete (1 mile south-east), Woodland (1 mile east) and Rhodes Minnis (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (7 miles west), Canterbury (10 miles north), Dover (11 miles east), Folkestone (7 miles south-east), Whitstable (15 miles north) and Faversham (14 miles north-west).
Near you in Stowting
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Spong Wood. For rail, the closest station is Westenhanger station, roughly 3.1 miles south of the centre. A little further out are William Harvey Hospital (5.3 miles west) and Saltwood Castle (4.6 miles south-east). Open spaces near Stowting include Hatch Park and Tolsford Hill.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take between one and two hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Around Stowting, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- 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.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can be seen safely.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
How to prepare
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Prices for landlord roof surveys in Stowting
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The size of the roof
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The address and postcode of the property
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.