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Hunters Forstal Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Hunters Forstal, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
Pre-purchase roof survey in Hunters Forstal: what you get
Buyers in Hunters Forstal and right across London and the South East use our pre-purchase roof survey. Whether it’s a terrace, a semi, a detached house or a flat, the roof gets the same careful look. 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 drop us an email. We survey the roof space, natural slate and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are flashings that have lifted or split and blistered or split felt on a flat roof.
Somewhere as small as Hunters Forstal, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings frequently sit beside a few newer homes. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. 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.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Hunters Forstal (CT6)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Leaving it means judging the roof from the street. That rarely shows the back slope, the valleys or the top of the chimney. A survey fills that gap before you commit. For an older or listed building in a place like Hunters Forstal, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
For a price for your roof in Hunters Forstal, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book with us
- A written report with photos
- An independent view of the roof
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
What we are asked to look at in Hunters Forstal
Patch repairs are common on roofs of every age. Bitumen painted over a flashing, mortar where lead should be, or a few tiles that don’t match can point to a problem that keeps coming back. Our report records them so you can ask the seller what was done and when.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Old water stains in the roof space
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
If you live in an older home near Church of St Bartholomew, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What happens after the report arrives
- How long the report takes to arrive
When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings, boards or coverings
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Anything beyond the roof, which a full home survey covers
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Hunters Forstal
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Gutters and downpipes
- Lead flashings and valleys
- The roof space
Surveys for landlords and agents in Hunters Forstal
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
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How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Roof area
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
What we need to know
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it’s useful to mention:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- The property’s address and postcode
- When you need the report by
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
What we do, step by step
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: 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 typically takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Around Hunters Forstal, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- 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 check the roof from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- Each part of the roof is examined and photographed.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations, ready for you to use before exchange.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Tell us where we can park nearby
How to book
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, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Hunters Forstal: local notes
Hunters Forstal is within about 2 miles of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. 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. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
For landlords with property near Herne Bay station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Hunters Forstal is about 1 mile south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Hunters Forstal is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Hunters Forstal is one of the places in Kent we cover. There’s also a page for Canterbury.
We cover every part of CT6 for pre-purchase roof surveys. We offer pre-purchase roof surveys to properties on Mill Lane, Kingsfield Road and Hunters Forstal Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Hunters Forstal: Broomfield (1 mile east), Herne (1 mile south-west), Herne Bay (1 mile north-west), Eddington (1 mile west) and Bullockstone (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (6 miles south-west), Margate (11 miles east), Ramsgate (12 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east), Whitstable (5 miles west) and Deal (15 miles south-east).
What’s near Hunters Forstal
Typical jobs here are in homes near Herne Bay High School, The Huntsman And Horn Public House and Curtis Wood. The closest station to Hunters Forstal is Herne Bay station, roughly 1.1 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (4 miles west) and Tankerton Castle (4.6 miles west). The countryside around Hunters Forstal includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
FAQs for Hunters Forstal
Is Hunters Forstal within the area you cover?
Yes, Hunters Forstal is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Is my home in Hunters Forstal listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
How quickly will I get the report?
That depends on which survey you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Let us know your exchange date and we’ll help you choose.
Can I take the findings back to the seller?
Yes. You might ask for work to be done, ask questions or ask for a change to the price. The outcome is between you and the seller, so we can’t promise any saving.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access as you book.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. Much of the inspection is done from ground level, from windows and from the loft space. The Premium Survey adds a drone inspection where applicable.
Is your roof survey a RICS survey?
No. It is a dedicated roof survey, and you get a written report with photos. It is not a RICS survey and doesn’t cover the rest of the house.