Kent · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in West Hougham, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for landlord roof surveys in West Hougham. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
When to book a survey in West Hougham
Landlords need to plan spending on a building. Planning is difficult without knowing the roof’s condition or when.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
Acrise Place, about 4.7 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around West Hougham. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs.
What to check before booking
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Their insurance cover
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What the survey will not cover
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in West Hougham
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, others when a tenant reports a leak or damp. Agents and freeholders often want a survey for a rolling maintenance plan. The report is laid out the same way whatever the reason, with photos and recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier to arrange. We are often asked to look into slipped or missing slates and tiles and failed flashings at walls and chimneys, on shared roofs, flat roofs on blocks and rented houses.
Somewhere as small as West Hougham, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The report records the let or shared roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- West Hougham (CT15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Also near West Hougham
What else we do in West Hougham
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about one to two hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere as small as West Hougham, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we’ll need.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
How to prepare
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Leave side gates unlocked
Getting a price
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
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West Hougham: your questions answered
I let a flat near Kearsney station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you need, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in West Hougham?
It can do. West Hougham is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
How do I book a survey in West Hougham?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take about one to two hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. The written report follows by email.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Landlord roof surveys around West Hougham
West Hougham lies within about 1 mile of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St Mary's Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Anyone responsible for a site like Capel-le-Ferne Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
West Hougham is about 3 miles south-west of Dover, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in West Hougham can all book landlord roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Our Kent coverage includes West Hougham. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in CT15 is within our area for landlord roof surveys. We cover properties on The Street, Lady Garne Road and Mill Lane. We also cover the places around West Hougham: Satmar (1 mile south-west), Church Hougham (1 mile east), South Alkham (1 mile north-west), Capel-le-Ferne (1 mile south-west) and Alkham (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (13 miles north-west), Dover (3 miles north-east), Folkestone (4 miles south-west), Deal (10 miles north-east), Hythe (7 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (3 miles east).
Local landmarks in West Hougham
We work in homes and buildings around East Cliff and Warren Country Park and Astor College for the Arts and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Kearsney station, about 2.7 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Crabble Corn Mill (2.7 miles north-east) and Buckland Hospital (2.7 miles north-east). Not far away are Dover Western Heights and Sugar Loaf Hill.
For landlords and managing agents
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Landlords and agents in West Hougham book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the let or shared roof, with photographs.
Checking the roof from the ground
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Different roofs, different checks
Roof spaces and lofts
Underlay on older roofs can be felt, or missing. We note what we see from inside.
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Most let houses and many blocks have pitched roofs of slate or tiles. Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys and flashings are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The roof’s overall size
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. It’s useful to include:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
For a price for landlord roof surveys in West Hougham, call 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.