Kent · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Wichling, Kent
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats around Wichling, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
About our landlord roof survey in Wichling
We survey let and shared roofs in Wichling and across London and South East England. Time on site normally takes between one and two hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Everything is inspected as far as it can safely be seen including by drone where applicable. You then get a photo-illustrated written report. Common reasons to book are failed flashings at walls and chimneys and damaged pots and flaunching, across blocks of flats, shared roofs and converted houses.
In a village or hamlet like Wichling, older cottages and farmhouses often 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.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Wichling (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Wichling property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Arrange flat access in advance
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- File each roof report for future reference
Photos make it easier to explain the findings to leaseholders, tenants or directors. The report is written in plain language.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem usually is.
Wichling homes and their roofs
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. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. About 4.1 miles east lies Belmont House and Gardens, a reminder of how long the area around Wichling has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Margaret, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. For landlords with property near Lenham station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Wichling is about 5 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Wichling gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Wichling is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for landlord roof surveys. Maidstone is in our area too.
We cover every part of the ME9 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Doddington (1 mile north-east), Hollybushes (1 mile north-west), Bluetown (1 mile north), Payden Street (1 mile south) and West Street (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (10 miles west), Ashford (10 miles south-east), Canterbury (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (5 miles north), Whitstable (13 miles north-east) and Faversham (7 miles north-east).
What’s near Wichling
Typical jobs here are in homes near Doddington Place Gardens, among other places. The closest station to Wichling is Lenham station, roughly 3.2 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Newnham Castle (2.4 miles north-east).
Wichling: your questions answered
Is Wichling within the area you cover?
Yes. Wichling is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Lenham station?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant, which helps you plan work and budgets. Repair costs aren’t included, but contractors can price from it.
What does a roof survey cost?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
What we’re asked to look at in Wichling
A roof nobody lives directly under can be easy to overlook. Minor faults can go unseen until a tenant reports a leak and by then more has been damaged.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Leaks into upper flats
Homes near green spaces such as Doddington Place Gardens can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Before you book anyone
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
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How we price landlord roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- House, block, shop or office
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Building height and the viewpoints available
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
What we can’t see
It’s a careful look at the let or shared roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
How it works
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Around Wichling, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.