Kent · London and the South East
Kenardington Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
Independent pre-purchase roof surveys in Kenardington. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Old water stains in the loft space
Honest limits
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- How a seller will respond, or what the house is worth
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- The condition of the rest of the house (that’s a RICS home survey)
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Kenardington
- The roof space
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Natural slate
- Gutters and downpipes
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
How a pre-purchase roof survey works in Kenardington
Buyers in Kenardington and right across London and South East England use our pre-purchase roof survey. From terraced and semi-detached homes to detached houses and flats, the roof gets the same careful look. We tell you what’s sound, what needs attention and how urgent it is. We’re insured for professional indemnity and public liability, with more than 20 years’ experience behind us. To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We survey chimney stacks, gutters and downpipes and lead flashings and valleys, and the problems we are asked to look at most are cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing and gaps where slates or tiles have come loose.
For a small place like Kenardington, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when booking. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Kenardington (TN26)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Watch for stains or fresh paint on ceilings below the roof
- Share the report with your solicitor
- For a flat, check who is responsible for the roof
- Let us know your timetable
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.
Every so frequently, check the loft with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Damp patches, daylight through the roof or water stains on timbers are worth noting. Take photos so you can show whoever looks at it.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Other services in Kenardington
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings close the gaps at chimneys, walls and abutments. We look for lead that has lifted, split or been patched over.
Gutters and parapets
The rainwater system keeps water off the walls. We check for blockages, leaking joints and sagging runs.
Local roofs and buyers in Kenardington
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. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges. Landlords with a home close to Appledore (Kent) station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Kenardington is about 6 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Wherever you are in Kenardington, we can carry out pre-purchase roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Kent, we cover Kenardington and the places around it. Maidstone is in our area too.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in TN26 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Hamstreet (2 miles east), Orlestone (2 miles north-east), Snargate (3 miles south-east), Bromley Green (3 miles north-east) and Ruckinge (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Ashford (6 miles north-east), Folkestone (15 miles east), Hythe (12 miles east), Tenterden (5 miles west), Cheriton (14 miles east) and Kennington (8 miles north-east).
Near you in Kenardington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to World's Wonder pub, among other places. Kenardington’s nearest station is Appledore (Kent) station, roughly 1.8 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Woodchurch Village Life Museum (2.7 miles north-west). Open spaces near Kenardington include Orlestone Forest.
How the survey works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Around Kenardington, 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 book once your offer is accepted and let us know the address and your timetable.
- Access is arranged through you, the agent or the seller.
- We look at the roof from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- Coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are checked and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations to read before exchange.
How to prepare
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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FAQs for Kenardington
How do I find out if my home in Kenardington is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is Kenardington in the area you cover?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Kenardington is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Can you survey in bad weather?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it usually 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.
Will the roof report help me negotiate with the seller?
Yes, you can. The report sets out what we found, with photos, so you can raise them with the seller or their agent. How the seller responds is up to them.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Kenardington
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Kenardington and across Kent can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.