Kent · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Hadlow
A roof survey before you buy a house or flat around Hadlow, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Blocked or leaking gutters
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
Surveys for landlords and agents in Hadlow
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hadlow
A full home survey looks at the whole property, and the roof is only one part of it. We do not offer a RICS home survey, and ours is not a substitute for one. It adds a focused look at the roof on its own, with photos and written recommendations you can act on. The two sit side by side if you want the fullest picture. We survey chimney stacks, natural slate and flat-roofed extensions and dormers, and common reasons people get in touch are ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof and bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs.
In a village or hamlet like Hadlow, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. 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. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Hadlow (TN11)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes between one and two hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a hamlet or village like Hadlow, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You get in touch after your offer is agreed, with the address and your target exchange date.
- Access is arranged through you, the agent or the seller.
- We inspect the roof from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- Coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are checked and photographed.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations, ready for you to use before exchange.
How to prepare
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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Why it is worth a survey now in Hadlow
Small roof defects let water in slowly. By the time a stain shows, timber or plaster may already be damp. Spotting it before you buy means you know about it from day one. In a small place like Hadlow, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
What you get with us
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- An independent view of the roof
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Hadlow: local notes
About 2.6 miles north lies Old Soar Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Hadlow has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
For landlords with property near Beltring station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Hadlow is about 3 miles north-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. In Hadlow, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Surveys in TN11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer pre-purchase roof surveys to properties on The Square, High Street and Brookfields and the roads around them. If you are just outside Hadlow, we cover Pittswood (1 mile west), Goose Green (1 mile north-east), Golden Green (1 mile south), Parker's Green (1 mile south-west) and Barnes Street (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (9 miles east), Sevenoaks (7 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (7 miles south-west), Gravesend (14 miles north), Tonbridge (3 miles south-west) and Northfleet (14 miles north).
Local landmarks in Hadlow
We work in homes and buildings around Hadlow Rural Community School, Hadlow College and The Rose & Crown pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Hadlow is Beltring station, roughly 3.3 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Hadlow Tower museum (within half a mile south-east) and Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (4.3 miles south-west). Not far away are Barden Lake and Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
Prices for pre-purchase roof surveys in Hadlow
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The shape of the roof and its details
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Helping us price your survey
A little information up front helps. It is useful to include:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Your questions about pre-purchase roof surveys in Hadlow
Do you carry out roof surveys in Hadlow?
Yes, Hadlow is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
Is Hadlow within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
How long does a pre-purchase roof survey take?
On site, it normally takes between one and two hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Is this the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a roof survey by an experienced roof surveyor, and you get a written report with photos. It doesn’t cover the rest of the property, which a RICS survey does.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Do you need access inside the house?
If it can be arranged, yes. From the roof space we can see staining, timbers and underlay. If access isn’t possible, we note it in the report.
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Signs you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Hadlow
Viewings rarely include a proper look at the roof. You walk round the rooms, but the roof stays out of sight, and a quick glance from the street misses a lot. New paint on a ceiling can hide old water stains, which is why buyers book a closer look before committing.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
For an older house near a landmark such as St Mary's Church, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
Useful tips for Hadlow property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Request records of any re-roofing
- Arrange the survey as soon as your offer is agreed
- Mention any deadline when you get in touch
- Share the report with your solicitor
The report gives any roofer you ask to quote a clear brief. They’ll see exactly what we found, and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Once you’ve moved in, keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, ideally once the leaves have dropped. Overflowing water is behind a lot of damp. Get a professional in rather than climbing up yourself.