Kent · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Bluetown
A careful look at the roof at your property in Bluetown, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Bluetown
The best time to book is once your offer has been accepted and before you exchange contracts. At that point you can still ask questions, while you are not yet committed. Visits run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when a sale is moving quickly. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. We survey gutters and downpipes, lead flashings and valleys and the roof space, and people most frequently book us about loose pots and cracked flaunching and flashings that have lifted or split.
Some older homes in villages like Bluetown are listed or sit in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. Whether you are buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Bluetown (ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes between one and two hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. In a small place like Bluetown, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You book once your offer is accepted and let us know the address and your timetable.
- Access is arranged through you, the agent or the seller.
- We look at the roof from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- Each part of the roof is examined and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations to read before exchange.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Advice
Pre-purchase roof surveys around Bluetown
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Catherine, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges. With Belmont House and Gardens about 4.4 miles east, the area around Bluetown has a long history. When you buy an older home, the roof’s age, past repairs and any listing all affect what you might spend later.
Bluetown is about 4 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We visit Bluetown as part of our work across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Every address in ME9 is within our area for pre-purchase roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Close by, we survey roofs in Hollybushes (1 mile west), Milstead (1 mile north-west), Doddington (1 mile south-east), Wichling (1 mile south) and Frinsted (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (10 miles west), Ashford (12 miles south-east), Canterbury (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (4 miles north), Whitstable (13 miles east) and Faversham (6 miles east).
Local landmarks in Bluetown
Around Bluetown, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Cromers Wood, among other places. The nearest railway station is Sittingbourne station, roughly 3.6 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Newnham Castle (2.4 miles east) and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (3.4 miles north).
Can I check my roof myself?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Whether the price should change, which is between you and the seller
- A structural engineer’s report
- Walls, floors, services and rooms below the roof
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Chimney stacks
Signs you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Bluetown
Blocked or leaking gutters do damage that isn’t obvious at first. Water spilling over a gutter soaks brickwork and can rot fascias and rafter ends. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the house. We check them as part of the survey.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
If you own a rental within reach of Sittingbourne station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What happens after the report arrives
- What insurance they carry
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Prices for pre-purchase roof surveys in Bluetown
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Helping us price your survey
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Anything about access we should know
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Questions from Bluetown
Is Bluetown in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Bluetown as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in Bluetown is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
How long does a pre-purchase roof survey take?
The visit usually takes an hour or two at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. We’ll confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
When should I book a pre-purchase roof survey?
Book as soon as your offer is agreed. The report is most useful before exchange, while you can still ask questions and negotiate.
Do you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft and from the roof itself where safe. The Premium Survey adds a drone inspection where it applies.
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Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Find out whether the roof has been replaced or patched
- Do not leave it until just before exchange
- Pass the findings to your conveyancer
- Ask for loft access on the day
Your report arrives by email, with photographs of what we found. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are set out in plain English, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
Keep the loft ventilated. Condensation in a roof space can look like a leak and can damage timbers over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents so air can move.