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Roof surveys in CT10
Roof surveys, leak investigations and drone surveys across CT10, covering Broadstairs, Upton and St Peter's. Clear prices including VAT and surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
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Surveys we offer in CT10
- Flat roof survey
- Roof survey
- Chimney survey
- Gutter survey
- New roof snagging
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Landlord roof survey
- Roof leak investigation
- Electronic leak detection
- Storm damage roof report
- Drone roof survey
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Tell us the address and what you’re worried about and we’ll find a date: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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About roof surveys in CT10
The report is written for you, in plain language. Each defect is described with photographs and a recommendation, and we rank them by urgency where that helps. With the Standard Survey you also get moisture detection and a structural check. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where it applies and a same-day report. Each report is emailed to you. We are often asked to look into leaning or weathered chimney stacks and cracked mortar along the ridge, across clay and concrete tiles, flat roofs and chimney stacks.
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit typically takes an hour or two for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it is safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
What you will pay
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
What you get with us
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- An independent view of the roof
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
Book a survey
To get a price for roof surveys in CT10, phone 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Near you in Broadstairs
In Broadstairs, that means homes and buildings near Parish Church of St Peter the Apostle, The Little Albion Inn and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School and the streets around them. Nearby too are The Charles Dickens School (under half a mile west) and The Charles Dickens School (under half a mile west). There’s a railway station in Broadstairs itself: Broadstairs station. A little further out are Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (2 miles north-west) and Westwood Cross (1.5 miles west). The countryside around Broadstairs includes Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
Homes and roofs across CT10
From Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs to its smaller places, buildings across CT10 have roofs of every age. The usual weak points are fixings, flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Our area takes in slate-roofed London terraces, clay-tiled Weald houses, Essex weatherboarding and post-war new towns. CT10 is part of that mix. Parts of CT10 are coastal, so wind can decide whether a drone flies or a roof can be reached safely. If conditions are not right, the visit moves to a calmer day.
Broadstairs: Quex Park lies about 4.7 miles west, so building around Broadstairs goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is. If you own a rental within reach of Broadstairs station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Signs you need a roof survey
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable roofing membranes came into use in the UK in the late 1990s, so many older roofs have bitumen felt underlay, and some very old roofs have no underlay at all. Felt that has torn or perished stops doing its job.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Loose chimney pots
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Standing water on a flat roof
Checking the roof from the ground
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
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.
Prices for roof surveys in CT10
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- When you need the report by
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What this survey can’t tell you
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- A structural engineer’s report
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Damp on a chimney breast inside frequently starts with the stack outside. We look for the likely route in.
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. Upstands and outlets are checked too.
Your questions about roof surveys in CT10
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. Our report notes any materials that might, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
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’re allowed to reach.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, we can. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we will say so.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
Not as an exact number, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.