Kent · London and the South East
Pre-purchase roof survey in Brabourne, Kent
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Brabourne from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Brabourne
A RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey covers the whole building, so the roof is one item among many. We do not offer a RICS home survey, and ours isn’t a substitute for one. What it adds is a closer look at the roof alone, with photographs of what we find and written recommendations. The two sit side by side if you want the fullest picture. We survey lead flashings and valleys, clay and concrete tiles and natural slate, and people most often book us about ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof and flashings that have lifted or split.
Somewhere as small as Brabourne, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Where
- Brabourne (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Brabourne questions
Is Brabourne in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is Brabourne within the area you cover?
Yes. Brabourne is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
How long does the survey visit take?
On site, it typically takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Nearby places to Brabourne
What else we do in Brabourne
For landlords and managing agents
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
Local roofs and buyers in Brabourne
If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. The wider area around Brabourne has a long history of building, with Westenhanger Castle about 3.3 miles south-east. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mary, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. If you let a flat or house near Westenhanger station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Brabourne is about 6 miles east of Ashford, in Kent. In Brabourne, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. Brabourne is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
We cover every part of TN25 for pre-purchase roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a pre-purchase roof survey at a property on The Street and Canterbury Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you are just outside Brabourne, we cover Bircholt Forstal (1 mile west), Brabourne Lees (1 mile south-west), Lilyvale (1 mile south-west), Smeeth (2 miles south-west) and Ridgeway (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (6 miles west), Canterbury (11 miles north), Dover (13 miles east), Folkestone (8 miles south-east), Whitstable (15 miles north) and Faversham (13 miles north).
What’s near Brabourne
In Brabourne, that means homes and buildings near The Five Bells pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Westenhanger station, roughly 3.4 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are William Harvey Hospital (3.6 miles west) and Lympne Castle (4.6 miles south). The countryside around Brabourne includes Tolsford Hill and Hatch Park.
What happens if roof problems are left?
After exchange, any roof defect is yours to deal with. Before then, you can still ask questions, ask for work to be done or reconsider. Finding out later gives you the same facts, but with far less room to act on them. Outbuildings and barns around Brabourne are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Brabourne
- Package prices that include VAT
- An independent view of the roof
- Surveys seven days a week
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
What this survey cannot tell you
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- How a seller will respond, or what the house is worth
- Whether timbers meet design loads
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Brabourne
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- The roof’s overall size
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Getting in touch
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Anything about access we should know
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know the cost up front. Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey.
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking.
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Rural addresses near Brabourne can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you’re buying.
- A date is booked on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
Before the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Booking a survey
To get a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Brabourne, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.