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Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Fordcombe
Wondering about the roof at a property in Fordcombe? We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Fordcombe and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Fordcombe
Some roofs can’t be seen well from ground level or from windows. Our Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and, where it applies, a drone inspection, and the report arrives the same day. If airspace rules or the weather rule out a flight, we’ll say so and inspect from every other safe vantage point. Typical surveys look at flashings that have lifted or split and damp timbers or stains in the loft, on natural slate, gutters and downpipes and clay and concrete tiles.
Some older homes in villages like Fordcombe are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies, as well as what condition the roof is in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Fordcombe (TN3)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roofs
A flat roof that has been coated over several times may hide problems underneath. We record what we can see and say where a closer look is needed.
Gutters and parapets
Some older terraces have a butterfly roof with a central valley gutter. If the home you are buying has one, that gutter and its outlet get a careful look.
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What affects the cost of pre-purchase roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Roof area
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Getting in touch
We will usually ask about:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The kind of building and roof involved
For a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Fordcombe, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
DIY checks: what’s safe
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.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Tips that help
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Book once your offer is accepted
- Tell us your exchange date when you book
- Notice patches of new decoration in top-floor rooms
- Ask for any paperwork for recent roof work
With Standard, you get a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. Whichever package you choose, you can ask us what a finding means.
Look in the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Watch for stains, damp timbers and chinks of daylight. Photos help if you later need a roofer or another survey.
Questions from Fordcombe
Do you cover smaller places like Fordcombe?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I find out if my home in Fordcombe is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it typically takes about one to two hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Report times depend on the package, from the same day for Premium to within 48 hours for Basic.
How do I arrange a pre-purchase roof survey in Fordcombe?
Just call 07833 053749 or email us with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Can I use the report to negotiate on price?
Yes. Buyers use the findings to ask questions, ask for repairs before completion or ask for a price change. The outcome is between you and the seller, so we can’t promise any saving.
When should I book a pre-purchase roof survey?
After your offer is accepted and before you exchange contracts. That gives you time to use the findings, whether that means asking questions or negotiating.
How it works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Rural addresses near Fordcombe can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you are buying.
- A date is booked on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
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Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in Fordcombe
About 1.8 miles south lies Groombridge Place, a reminder of how long the area around Fordcombe has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. If you let a flat or house near Ashurst Kent station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Fordcombe is about 4 miles west of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Bookings from Fordcombe are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Surveys in TN3 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Spring Hill, St Peters Row and Chafford Lane and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Walter's Green (1 mile north-west), Stone Cross (1 mile south), Ashurst (1 mile south-west), Teasley Mead (1 mile west) and Penshurst (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Sevenoaks (10 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (4 miles east), Tonbridge (6 miles north-east), Kings Hill (13 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (10 miles east) and Southborough (4 miles east).
Around Fordcombe
We work in homes and buildings around Chafford Arms, among other places. The nearest railway station is Ashurst Kent station, roughly 1.4 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Bolebroke Castle (3.4 miles south-west) and Kent and Sussex Hospital (3.6 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Broadwater Warren RSPB Reserve and Barden Lake.