Kent · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in West Cliffe
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in West Cliffe. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Flashings that have come away
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
Honest limits
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Responsibility under a lease
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
About our landlord roof survey in West Cliffe
With a shared roof, it is not always clear what’s wrong or where. We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint including the loft and flats where access is arranged. The report records the condition of each part giving all parties the same information. Where neighbours share the roof, we can only inspect what we’re given access to. We survey shared roofs, rented houses and blocks of flats, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are blocked gutters over flats and parapets and upstands in poor repair.
In a village or hamlet like West Cliffe, older cottages and farmhouses frequently 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 everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
What you get is a clear record of the let or shared roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- West Cliffe (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in West Cliffe
Landlords need to plan spending on a building. Without a recent survey, it’s hard to know what the roof needs or when.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
If you look after a building such as St Margaret's-at-Cliffe Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What experience they bring
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Are they insured for the work?
- When you will get the report
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Roof area
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know the cost up front. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How it works
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a hamlet or village like West Cliffe, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Questions from West Cliffe
I let a flat near Martin Mill station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in West Cliffe?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. The written report follows by email.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
How much is a survey?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before you book, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Do you survey roofs shared between flats?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. We can only inspect neighbouring parts from where we are allowed to be and we’ll say so.
Towns and villages near West Cliffe
What else we do in West Cliffe
Landlord roof surveys in West Cliffe: local notes
West Cliffe lies within about 2 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, while driving rain finds any gap. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
With Walmer Castle about 3.8 miles north-east, the area around West Cliffe has a long history. If you own one of the older houses, the roof may have been repaired many times, and the survey records how each part is holding up. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
West Cliffe is about 3 miles north-east of Dover, in Kent. Whether the building in West Cliffe is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. West Cliffe is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for landlord roof surveys. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Surveys in CT15 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to West Cliffe include St Margaret's at Cliffe (1 mile east), Martin Mill (1 mile north), East Langdon (1 mile north-west), Guston (1 mile west) and Martin (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (15 miles north-west), Dover (3 miles south-west), Folkestone (10 miles south-west), Ramsgate (13 miles north), Broadstairs (15 miles north) and Deal (5 miles north).
Landmarks near West Cliffe
We work in homes and buildings around Duke of York's Royal Military School and The Red Lion Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Martin Mill station, roughly 1.2 miles north. Nearby you’ll also find St Margaret's Museum (1.2 miles east) and Dover Castle (2.3 miles south-west). Open spaces near West Cliffe include Dover Western Heights.
Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from a landlord roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- Don’t store items over the loft hatch
- Make leak reporting easy for tenants
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
How soon the report arrives depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Pick the package that suits the building and your timescale.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly and schedule the others. Left alone, minor faults usually get worse.
Different roofs, different checks
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Most let houses and many blocks have pitched roofs of slate or tiles. We check coverings, ridges, hips, valleys and flashings as far as can safely be seen.
Roof spaces and lofts
Underlay on older roofs can be felt, or missing. We note what we see from inside.