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Landlord roof survey in Twitton, Kent
Need a landlord roof survey in Twitton? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Twitton
A landlord roof survey covers the usual parts of a roof: slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Flat roofs on blocks, extensions and garages are included where they’re part of the brief. We also look at chimneys, parapets and party-wall upstands where it’s safe to see them, along with the roof space where there’s safe access. If you’ve noticed splits and blisters in flat roof coverings and worn ridges, hips and verges, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on shared roofs, rented houses and converted houses alike.
In a small place like Twitton, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. 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 frequently where weather gets in first.
What you get is a clear record of the let or shared roof on the day we saw it. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Location
- Twitton (TN14)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Twitton?
Shared roofs can fall between owners. Everyone may think someone else is responsible and work gets delayed. A condition report gives everyone the same starting point.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Leaks into upper flats
- Flashings that have come away
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
For an older house near a landmark such as Twitton Mission Church, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- What the survey won’t cover
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
Also in Twitton
Honest limits
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Parts of the roof we cannot safely see or access
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
- A full structural assessment of the building
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photographs. On timing, it typically takes an hour or two at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around Twitton frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- 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 be seen safely.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Getting ready for the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Getting in touch
These details help when you get in touch:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Twitton
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. The wider area around Twitton has a long history of building, with Lullingstone Castle about 3.3 miles north. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take a building like Otford Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. Landlords with a home close to Dunton Green station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Twitton is about 2 miles north of Sevenoaks, in Kent. We carry out landlord roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Twitton and the surrounding area. Twitton is one of the places in Kent we cover for landlord roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Landlord roof surveys in TN14 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Twitton: Sepham Heath (1 mile north-west), Otford (1 mile east), Shoreham (1 mile north), Halstead (2 miles north-west) and Knockholt Pound (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Dartford (9 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south), Gravesend (12 miles north-east), Tonbridge (9 miles south-east), Northfleet (11 miles north-east) and Swanley (6 miles north).
What’s near Twitton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Rising Sun pub, Polhill Bank and Trinity School, among other places. The closest station to Twitton is Dunton Green station, about 1.2 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Kemsing Castle Bank (2.7 miles east) and Sevenoaks Hospital (2.1 miles south-east). Not far away are Dryhill Nature Reserve.
Can I check my roof myself?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Why act early in Twitton
Relying on what tenants report means relying on what they can see. A ceiling stain often means water has been coming in for some time. A survey looks at the roof itself. Older cottages and farmhouses around Twitton can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Every price we give includes VAT. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before you book.
Why us?
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Visits on any day of the week
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Twitton
How do I find out if my home in Twitton is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Dunton Green station?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. 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.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain is typically fine; heavy rain and wind are different. High wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.