Kent · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Upstreet, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for landlord roof surveys in Upstreet. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Leaking joints at party walls
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
About our landlord roof survey in Upstreet
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 over blocks, rear additions and garages are covered too where they’re part of the brief. Chimney stacks, parapets and party-wall upstands are checked as far as they can be seen safely, along with the loft space where there’s safe access. If you’ve noticed cracked or leaning shared chimneys and damaged party-wall upstands or parapets, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Upstreet are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Upstreet (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it’s worth a survey now in Upstreet
Budgets work best when they’re based on the roof’s actual condition. A survey shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later helping you spread the work. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Why us?
- Photos and a written report every time
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Upstreet
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Upstreet?
Often, yes. Within about 4 miles of the sea, as Upstreet is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Is my home in Upstreet listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Who do you carry out landlord roof surveys for?
It suits anyone responsible for a let or shared roof: landlords, agents, freeholders and residents’ management companies.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes, many agents and freeholders use it that way. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed, which suits a rolling plan.
Will you need to get into tenants’ homes?
That depends on the layout. We may need the roof space and some or all of the top-floor flats and access is arranged by you or your agent. We will confirm what we need when booking.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We will talk about access as you book.
What this survey can’t tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- Who pays under the lease (that is a legal question)
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Upstreet
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Upstreet
Many blocks and converted houses have several roof types. Each wears differently, and flat roofs over rear additions frequently need attention sooner.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Flashings that have come away
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mary the Virgin, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Before you book anyone
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What the survey won’t cover
- When you will get the report
More services for Upstreet
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Upstreet
Upstreet lies within about 4 miles of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Take a building like Chislet Church of England Primary School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you own a rental within reach of Sturry station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Upstreet is about 4 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. We survey roofs in Upstreet and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. Upstreet is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for landlord roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
We work across the CT3 postcode area for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on St Mary's Gardens, Becketts Wood and Grove Ferry Hill or anywhere close by, we can help. If you’re just outside Upstreet, we cover Grove (1 mile south), West Stourmouth (2 miles east), Sarre (2 miles north-east), Preston (2 miles south-east) and East Stourmouth (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (6 miles south-west), Margate (9 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles south), Ramsgate (9 miles east), Broadstairs (10 miles east) and Whitstable (8 miles west).
What’s near Upstreet
In Upstreet, that means homes and buildings near Grove Ferry Picnic Area, Spires Academy and The Grove Ferry Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Sturry station, about 3.8 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find St Martins Hospital (5.2 miles south-west). For a walk, there is West Blean and Thornden Woods.
What happens on the day
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Upstreet often 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.
- Each roof is looked at from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
How to book
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Felt flat roofs often need replacing after around 15–20 years, so knowing roughly how old the roof is helps.
Party-wall upstands and parapets
We inspect the parts of a shared roof we can access, and the report says what was seen.