Kent · London and the South East
Coxheath Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Coxheath and the rest of Kent. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
How a pre-purchase roof survey works in Coxheath
Buyers in Coxheath and right across London and South East England use our pre-purchase roof survey. Whether it is a terrace, a semi, a detached house or a flat, we follow the same careful process. We tell you what’s sound, what needs attention and how urgent it is. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and have 20+ years’ experience. To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We survey natural slate, chimney stacks and clay and concrete tiles, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are gaps where slates or tiles have come loose and sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes.
Bungalows, chalet bungalows and older cottages are common in smaller places like Coxheath, many of them extended or given dormers over the years. 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 Coxheath. Lead around a dormer and the edges of a flat roof are common places for snags and wear alike.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Where
- Coxheath (ME17, ME15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. For a survey in Coxheath, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- You book once your offer is accepted and let us know the address and your timetable.
- We arrange access with you, the agent or the seller.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, inside and out.
- We check and photograph the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters.
- Your report arrives by email, with photos and recommendations prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Keep pets in another room
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
What affects the cost of pre-purchase roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How big the roof is
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- House, block, shop or office
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The property’s address and postcode
Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Pre-purchase roof surveys around Coxheath
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Landlords with a home close to East Farleigh station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full. Historic houses such as Stoneacre, about 3.7 miles east, show how far back building around Coxheath goes. Buying a period property here means asking about the roof’s age and repairs, and about any listing or conservation area.
Coxheath is about 3 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. We provide pre-purchase roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Coxheath. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
We survey roofs across ME17 and ME15 for pre-purchase roof surveys. Local streets include Westway, Stockett Lane and Orchard Close, and we cover them all. Other places close to Coxheath include Dean Street (1 mile north), East Farleigh (1 mile north-west), Farleigh Green (2 miles north-west), Kettle Corner (2 miles north-west) and Hunton (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (3 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (14 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles south-west), Gravesend (14 miles north) and Tonbridge (10 miles west).
Near you in Coxheath
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Horse Shoes Public House, Cornwallis Academy and Quarry Wood. For rail, the closest station is East Farleigh station, roughly 1.5 miles north of the centre. A little further out are The Mall Maidstone (3 miles north-east) and Oakwood Hospital (2.4 miles north).
What we cannot see
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
- Whether the price should change, which is between you and the seller
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Gutters and downpipes
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Natural slate
What else we do in Coxheath
Coxheath questions
How do I find out if my home in Coxheath is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Coxheath within the area you cover?
Yes. Coxheath is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
When will the report arrive?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard reports within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Reports are emailed, with photos.
When should I book a pre-purchase roof survey?
Once your offer has been accepted, and before exchange. That way you can still act on what we find.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Signs you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Coxheath
Flat roofs turn up on extensions, dormers, porches and garages. Felt flat roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, and standing water, blisters and splits are typical signs of ageing. They’re easy to overlook on a viewing, because many can only be seen from an upstairs window.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- A ridge or slope that dips
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Holy Trinity Church, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What they won’t be able to tell you
Why act early in Coxheath
When a chain is moving fast, a roof survey can feel like one more delay. Weekend visits are available as well as weekdays, and the Premium Survey report arrives the same day, which helps it fit around your exchange date. In an older home around Coxheath, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, and that’s a much bigger job than the original defect.
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book us in Coxheath
- Prices that include VAT
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- PI and public liability insurance
- Weekday and weekend surveys
See our cost guide and our case studies.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Coxheath
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Coxheath. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.