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Roof surveys in DA12
Pre-purchase, leak, drone and flat roof surveys across DA12, from Gravesend, Windmill Hill and Milton-next-Gravesend. Prices from £150 including VAT and surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Areas within DA12
- Gravesend
- Windmill Hill
- Milton-next-Gravesend
- Denton
- Singlewell or Ifield
- Shorne
- Chalk
- Shorne Ridgeway
- Cobham
- Gold Street
- Henhurst
- Thong
- Upper Ifield
- Higham
- Sole Street
What we do in DA12
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Roof leak investigation
- Gutter survey
- Chimney survey
- New roof snagging
- Flat roof survey
- Drone roof survey
- Landlord roof survey
- Electronic leak detection
- Storm damage roof report
- Roof survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
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Give us the street, the postcode and a line about the roof and we’ll find a date: call 07833 053749 or email us.
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About roof surveys in DA12
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. We check the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, and the roof space where there’s safe access. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. Common reasons to book are slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles and leaking gutter joints and downpipes, on natural slate, chimney stacks and ridges, hips and valleys.
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take an hour or two for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there’s safe access.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
What affects the price in DA12
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why customers in DA12 book us
- Package prices that include VAT
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Photos and a written report every time
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What’s near Gravesend
Typical jobs here are in homes near Christ Church Milton, St John's Catholic Comprehensive and The Waterloo Public House. Nearby too are Whitehill Primary School (within half a mile south-west), St John's Catholic Comprehensive (under half a mile north-east) and Northfleet Urban Country Park (1.5 miles north-west). For rail, the closest station is Gravesend station, roughly 0.9 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Gravesham Museum (0.9 miles north-west) and Stone Castle (4.5 miles west). For a walk, there is Sawyers Lake and Gad's Hill.
Roof surveys across DA12: local notes
DA12 has everything from older homes with tall chimneys to modern estates. Blocked gutters, slipped slates and tired flashings turn up on all of them sooner or later.
Our area takes in slate-roofed London terraces, clay-tiled Weald houses, Essex weatherboarding and post-war new towns. DA12 is part of that mix. Some of DA12 sits close to the sea, so wind can decide whether a drone flies or a roof can be reached safely. If conditions aren’t right, the visit moves to a calmer day.
Gravesend: Historic houses such as Cobham College, about 2.9 miles south, show how far back building around Gravesend goes. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done. Anyone responsible for a site like Whitehill Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Different roofs, different checks
Natural slate
Inside the roof space, we check what’s under the slates. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none.
Chimney stacks
We look at the stack itself, and it is not a flue or gas safety check. We’ll tell you if the flue needs a specialist.
What affects the price in DA12
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Roof area
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What we need to know
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What’s prompted the survey
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Common roof problems in DA12
Flashings seal the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. Lead can crack, lift or slip with age, and mortar fillets crack away from the wall. Lead is also a target for theft.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Worn or blocked valleys
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
We email the report to you, with photographs of what we found. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Findings are explained in plain words, with recommendations.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
Why get it checked now?
Planned work is less stressful than an emergency. A survey lets you deal with things in order of urgency, rather than waiting for something to fail.
Before booking any surveyor
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
DA12: your questions answered
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
What’s the best way to book?
It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Let us know about it when you book and we will explain what’s needed.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.