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Roof surveys in CT12
Own or manage a property in CT12? Our roof surveyors cover Newington, Northwood and Cliffs End and the rest of the district, for homes, flats and commercial roofs.
Places in CT12
- Newington
- Northwood
- Cliffs End
- Minster
- Manston
- Monkton
- Hoo
- Haine
- Way
- Mount Pleasant
- Sevenscore
- Ebbsfleet
- Ramsgate
- Broadstairs
- St Lawrence
- Upton
- Chilton
- Pegwell
Services in CT12
- Roof survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- New roof snagging
- Chimney survey
- Gutter survey
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Flat roof survey
- Drone roof survey
- Storm damage roof report
- Electronic leak detection
- Roof leak investigation
- Landlord roof survey
- All services
Give us the street, the postcode and a line about the roof and we’ll confirm the price: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
About roof surveys in CT12
Everything we check, we check safely: from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where conditions allow. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where it applies, which helps with tall or steep roofs. You don’t need to do anything except give us access. Everything we see is photographed for the report. Typical surveys look at leaning or weathered chimney stacks and torn or sagging underlay, across chimney stacks, lead flashings and clay and concrete tiles.
The visit has one job: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photos go into the written report. It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
What you’ll pay
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
What you get with us
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Package prices that include VAT
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
How to book
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Local landmarks in Newington
Typical jobs here are in homes near St Christopher's Church, The Royal Harbour Academy and St George's Boys School and the streets around them. You will also find The Derby Arms (0.8 miles south-east) and Ramsgate Arts Primary School (less than half a mile south-east). The closest station to Newington is Ramsgate station, roughly 0.7 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Ramsgate Museum (1.3 miles south-east) and Ramsgate General Hospital (1.4 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
Homes and roofs across CT12
Owners across CT12, from Ramsgate, Broadstairs and St Lawrence to the villages, book us to find out where their roof stands. Small faults, caught early, are far easier to deal with.
The South East’s airspace includes flight restriction zones around several of its airports, so the Drone Safety Map is checked before any drone flight in CT12. Where permission is needed, the flight waits for it. Coastal towns and villages in CT12 see more salt and wind than places inland. Ridges and verges facing the sea are worth checking after every big storm.
Newington: The streets around a church such as St Christopher's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. For landlords with property near Ramsgate station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Why roofs fail
Not every roof problem comes from outside. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up in the loft, wetting timbers and insulation. It is often mistaken for a leak.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Surveys for landlords and agents in CT12
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
How we price roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The size of the roof
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Planned work is less stressful than an emergency. A survey lets you deal with things in order of urgency, rather than calling someone out after a storm.
What to check before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Are they insured for the work?
Honest limits
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- A full building survey of the property
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
Questions from CT12
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as an exact number, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
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.
Do you work in CT12?
Yes. We carry out roof surveys in CT12.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, such as serious sagging, we will say so. We don’t provide structural calculations.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.