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Pre-purchase roof survey in Brompton, Medway
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Pre-purchase roof surveys in Brompton.
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- Flashings that have lifted or split
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Brompton
Buying a home is a big commitment, and the roof is one of the costliest parts to put right. Our pre-purchase roof survey gives you a close look at it before you are committed. We check the coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, plus the loft where there is safe access. The findings come in a written report with photos. If you’ve noticed gutters that overflow or drip at the joints and old water stains in the roof space, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a smaller place like Brompton, some houses face open ground, which can mean more wind and rain on the roof. Ridges, verges and flashings are where that weather typically shows first. For a purchase or a new roof, those exposed edges are checked closely. On an exposed roof, a loose ridge or verge soon becomes a bigger job.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Location
- Brompton (ME4, ME7, ME2)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Natural slate
Slate is common on Victorian and Edwardian houses. We look for slates that have slid, cracked or gone, and for clips or tingles that show past repairs.
Gutters and parapets
Hidden gutters behind parapets send water indoors when they block. Where we can see them safely, we check the linings and outlets.
Signs you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Brompton
Slates and tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay that hold them. Good slate can last well over a century, but corroded nails let slates slip. It is a frequent finding on older houses.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
With Restoration House about 1.1 miles west, the area around Brompton has a long history. If you are buying an older home nearby, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before you plan any re-roofing.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
What affects the cost of pre-purchase roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- How big the roof is
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Which survey package you book
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- What made you get in touch
- The property’s address and postcode
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
When you need someone else
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- A valuation or a promise of a lower price
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and downpipes
- The roof space
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
Brompton: your questions answered
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Brompton?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Rochester Airport is about 3 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, though the rest of the survey goes ahead either way.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Brompton?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How many surveys have you done?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Should I get a roof survey as well as a RICS home survey?
That depends on how much you want to know about the roof. Home surveys sometimes suggest a closer look at the roof, and that’s where a roof survey helps. It doesn’t stand in for a RICS survey.
Do you need access inside the house?
If it can be arranged, yes. Inside, the loft shows leaks, damp timbers and the underlay. If access is not possible, we note it in the report.
Does the weather affect the survey?
A survey can normally go ahead in light rain. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
What we do, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. A visit to Brompton is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed ahead of time. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Keep pets in another room
How to book
For a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Brompton, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
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Why act early in Brompton
Leaving it means judging the roof from the street. That won’t show slipped slates on the rear slope, a worn valley or cracked flaunching. We fill that gap before you’re tied in, with photos of anything that needs attention. Around Brompton, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Photographs and a written report every time
- An independent view of the roof
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in Brompton
Brompton lies within about 2 miles of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain. 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. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
If you own a rental within reach of Chatham station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. If you live in an older home near Brompton Garrison Church, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Brompton is about 1 mile east of Rochester, in Medway. We cover Brompton and the rest of Medway. Our area takes in places right across Medway, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in ME4, ME7 and ME2 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a pre-purchase roof survey at a property on Dock Road, Globe Lane and South Road or a nearby road, we can help. If you are just outside Brompton, we cover Chatham Waterfront (1 mile south-west), Rochester Riverside (1 mile west), Frindsbury (1 mile north-west), Luton (1 mile south) and Hale (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Rainham (4 miles south-east), Park Wood (4 miles south-east), Lordswood (4 miles south), Twydall (3 miles south-east), Hoo St Werburgh (3 miles north-east) and Wigmore (4 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Brompton
In Brompton, that means homes and buildings near King George V Public House, Brompton Academy and Hospital and Medical Tuition Service and the streets around them. Nearby too are St Michael the Archangel Church (0.8 miles south-west), Great Lines Heritage Park (under half a mile south-east) and Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf (less than half a mile south-west). For rail, the closest station is Chatham station, roughly 0.7 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Medway Maritime Hospital (0.8 miles south-east) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (less than half a mile south-west). Not far away are Rede Common and Gad's Hill.