Kent · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Allington
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Allington. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Allington
Our packages start with the Basic Survey from £150, with the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where applicable and an in-person consultation. Choose the level that suits the home you’re buying. Every package comes with a written report, photos and recommendations. We survey the roof space, lead flashings and valleys and gutters and downpipes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are chimney mortar that has eroded and quick fixes on flashings and valleys.
Bungalows, chalet bungalows and older cottages are common in smaller places like Allington, and many have been extended or had dormers added. Even on a low roof, dormers, valleys and flat-roofed additions need a careful look. The same goes for a purchase or a new roof around Allington. Lead around a dormer and the edges of a flat roof are common places for snags and wear alike.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Place
- Allington (ME16, ME20, ME14)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it’s worth a survey now in Allington
A slow leak can go unnoticed for months. Damp can spread into timbers and ceilings before anyone sees a mark. Finding the cause at the survey stage lets you deal with it as soon as you move in. Arranging work in a smaller place like Allington is easier with notice than in an emergency. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why book us in Allington
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Every finding written up with photos
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Visits on any day of the week
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
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Common roof problems in Allington
Gutter problems often look minor from the street. Water spilling over a gutter soaks brickwork and can rot fascias and rafter ends. Hidden gutters behind parapets or in roof valleys can send water indoors. They’re part of what we check.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Blocked or leaking gutters
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
For landlords with property near Barming station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What follow-up you get after the report
Checking the roof from ground level
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
How it works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In a smaller place like Allington, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- The coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Standard and Premium surveys add the extra checks they include.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
Before the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Allington
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Buying a home or a new roof in Allington
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. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. About 4.2 miles south-east lies Stoneacre, a reminder of how long the area around Allington has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
The streets around a church such as St. Nicholas' Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Allington is about 2 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Bookings from Allington are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small.
Surveys in ME16, ME20 and ME14 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Wyatt Road, Beaver Road and Godwin Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Allington include Aylesford (1 mile north-west), Fant (1 mile south), Ditton (2 miles west), East Farleigh (2 miles south) and Kettle Corner (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Sittingbourne (11 miles east), Sevenoaks (13 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west), Gravesend (11 miles north-west), Tonbridge (11 miles south-west) and Northfleet (12 miles north-west).
Near you in Allington
Around Allington, our work takes us to homes and buildings near St. Simon Stock Catholic School, Whatman Park and Malta Inn, among other places. The closest station to Allington is Barming station, about 0.8 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Queen's Own Royal West Kent Regiment Museum (1.3 miles south-east) and Fremlin Walk (1.3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Allington include Burham Down and Boxley Hills.
How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Which survey package you book
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What to tell us when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Allington questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Allington?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Is Allington in the area you cover?
Yes, Allington is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
How soon is the report ready?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard reports within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. We send it by email, with photographs.
How long does a pre-purchase roof survey take?
It usually takes between one and two hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
At what stage of buying should I get the roof surveyed?
After your offer is accepted and before you exchange contracts. That gives you time to use the findings.