Kent · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Swanscombe, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for landlord roof surveys in Swanscombe. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Landlord roof survey in Swanscombe
Our landlord roof survey gives you a clear picture of a roof’s condition, written up so you can plan. Landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders all use it, as well as residents’ and RTM management companies. The report covers defects, photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. It is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey of the whole building. If you are worried about damaged pots and flaunching and worn ridges, hips and verges, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Around Swanscombe, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls, and moss holds water against tiles. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Plants growing from a gutter or moss on the tiles are signs worth noting from ground level.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Where
- Swanscombe (DA9, DA10)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Homes around Swanscombe often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is checked where it can be reached safely.
- You let us know about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photographs.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Swanscombe: your questions answered
Is my home in Swanscombe listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is the coastal weather around Swanscombe hard on roofs?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Swanscombe is within about 4 miles of the coast.
Will you say whether the freeholder or leaseholders should pay?
No, we don’t advise on leases, so ask your managing agent or a solicitor. Our job is to report on the roof itself.
How much time does the visit need?
A visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. We will give you an idea when booking.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Do you survey roofs shared between flats?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. Where a neighbouring roof is not part of the access, we can only see it from vantage points and we will say so.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes, many agents and freeholders use it that way. Surveying again later shows what has changed, which suits a rolling plan.
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- What’s prompted the survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Keep the loft hatch clear and reachable
Many clients use the report as the basis for a maintenance plan. You can start with the urgent items and plan the rest over time.
Keep the loft space accessible so the roof can be checked from inside. Clutter around the hatch slows things down.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Party-wall upstands and parapets
A parapet can hide a gutter that is hard to see. They’re checked where safe access allows.
Shared chimney stacks
A leaning or cracked stack on a shared building affects more than one owner, so a clear record helps.
Local roofs in Swanscombe
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Swanscombe, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, while driving rain finds any gap. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so check with the council.
Shop and office owners around Bluewater may find that a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks. If you live near a park such as Castle Hill Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Swanscombe is about 3 miles east of Dartford, in Kent. We cover Swanscombe and the rest of Kent. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Landlord roof surveys in DA9 and DA10 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on London Road, Craylands Square and High Street or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Swanscombe is on the A206 and A226, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover Greenhithe (1 mile north-west), Stone (1 mile west), Bean (1 mile south), West Thurrock (2 miles north) and Darenth (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Dartford (3 miles west), Sevenoaks (12 miles south), Gravesend (4 miles east), Northfleet (3 miles south-east), Swanley (6 miles south-west) and Kings Hill (13 miles south).
What’s near Swanscombe
Around Swanscombe, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Castle Hill Park, The Ebbsfleet Academy and The Pier Hotel, among other places. Swanscombe’s nearest station is Greenhithe for Bluewater station, about 0.5 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Stone Castle (0.7 miles south-west) and Bluewater (1 mile south-west). The countryside around Swanscombe includes Sawyers Lake and Chafford Gorges Nature Park.
What a landlord roof survey doesn’t cover
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Responsibility under a lease
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs