Medway · London and the South East
Walderslade Landlord Roof Survey
Landlord roof surveys across Walderslade, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- A full building survey of every part of the property
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Converted houses
Landlord roof survey in Walderslade: what you get
We survey let and shared roofs in Walderslade and across London and the South East. A visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Everything is inspected as far as it can be seen safely, and by drone where it’s applicable. A written report with photos follows. We are frequently asked to look into splits and blisters in flat roof coverings and damp or stains in top-floor flats, across gutters and downpipes, shared roofs and blocks of flats.
In a smaller place like Walderslade, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Walderslade (ME5)
- Region
- Medway
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord roof surveys in Walderslade: local notes
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Walderslade, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces. With Starkey Castle about 3.3 miles north-west, Walderslade sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you run a business near Pentagon Shopping Centre, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak. Living close to Westfield Wood is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Walderslade is about 1 mile south of Chatham, in Medway. Surveys in Walderslade work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Walderslade is one of the places in Medway we cover for landlord roof surveys.
Here we cover the ME5 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. Whether your property is on Farm Road, York Avenue and Walsham Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. With the A2045 close by, Walderslade is easy for us to reach for landlord roof surveys. We also cover Blue Bell Hill (1 mile west), Lordswood (1 mile east), Kit's Coty (1 mile south-west), Chatham (1 mile north) and Lidsing (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Gillingham (3 miles north-east), Rochester (4 miles north), Rainham (4 miles north-east), Strood (4 miles north-west), Park Wood (3 miles east) and Twydall (4 miles north-east).
Around Walderslade
Typical jobs here are in homes near Westfield Wood, Greenacre Academy and Walderslade Girls' School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Chatham station, about 3.1 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Allington Castle (3 miles south) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (3.3 miles north). Not far away are Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Walderslade
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.
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.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
FAQs for Walderslade
I let a flat near Chatham station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need.
How do I find out if my home in Walderslade is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. The written report follows by email.
How much does a landlord roof survey cost in Walderslade?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking. For a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
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Common roof problems in Walderslade
Landlords need to plan spending on a building. Planning is difficult without knowing the roof’s condition or when.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
The streets around a church such as St William's Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
What to check before booking
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Their insurance cover
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What the survey won’t cover
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Parking around Walderslade is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged with you beforehand.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the roof space and the roof itself where safe.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Getting ready for the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Tell us about parking before the day
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
Advice
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
We confirm the price for your roof before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Anything about access we should know
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
To get a price for landlord roof surveys in Walderslade, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.