Kent · London and the South East
Pre-purchase roof survey in Maidstone, Kent
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Maidstone from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
What we can’t see
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
- Anything beyond the roof, which a full home survey covers
- How a seller will respond, or what the house is worth
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Gutters and downpipes
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Maidstone
Tall, steep or hidden roofs are hard to judge from the street. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where applicable, along with a same-day report. If airspace rules or the weather rule out a flight, we will say so and inspect from every other safe vantage point. If you’ve noticed worn or lifted lead flashings and gutters that overflow or drip at the joints, we can find out what’s behind it.
Maidstone is big enough to have housing from every era, from period houses to post-war estates, flats and new-build streets. A roof on a Victorian house fails in different ways from one on a 1960s semi or a new build. Whether you’re buying or have just paid for a new roof, knowing which you are dealing with shapes what gets checked.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Place
- Maidstone (ME15, ME16, ME14, ME17)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Maidstone
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Maidstone homes and their roofs
Historic houses such as Stoneacre, about 2.4 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Maidstone goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. 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. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St Philip's Church, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. Landlords with a home close to Maidstone West station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Maidstone is about 31 miles south-east of London, in Kent. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Maidstone. Maidstone is one of the places in Kent where we work for pre-purchase roof surveys.
Here we cover the ME15, ME16, ME14 and ME17 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. Streets in the area include Square Hill Road, Arundel Square and Square Hill, all of which we cover. Being close to the A20 and A26, Maidstone is simple for us to get to for pre-purchase roof surveys. If you’re just outside Maidstone, we cover Tovil (1 mile west), Foley Park (1 mile north), Shepway (1 mile south-east), Penenden Heath (1 mile north) and Weavering (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Sittingbourne (10 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north-west), Tonbridge (12 miles south-west) and Northfleet (14 miles north-west). Maidstone is one of the larger places we cover in Kent.
Near you in Maidstone
Around Maidstone, our work takes us to homes and buildings near St Augustine Academy, River Len LNR and Maidstone Grammar School and the streets around them. Maidstone’s nearest station is Maidstone West station, roughly 0.6 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Maidstone Carriage Museum (less than half a mile north-west) and Oakwood Hospital (1.8 miles west). Open spaces near Maidstone include Burham Down and Boxley Hills.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings close the gaps at chimneys, walls and abutments. We check whether they’ve lifted, split or been replaced with mortar or bitumen.
Gutters and parapets
The rainwater system keeps water off the walls. We check for blockages, leaking joints and sagging runs.
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Roof area
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
For a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Maidstone, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
FAQs for Maidstone
Is Maidstone in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Maidstone is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
Is there anything to prepare before you come to Maidstone?
Clear the way to the loft hatch if there is one, and let us know about any leaks, stains or past repairs. Parking and access details for Maidstone help us plan the visit.
Do you use drones?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
Can I use the report to negotiate on price?
Yes. You might ask for work to be done, ask questions or ask for a change to the price. What the seller agrees to is their decision, so we can’t promise any saving.
At what stage of buying should I get the roof surveyed?
Book as soon as your offer is agreed. You need the report before you exchange, because after that the roof is yours to deal with.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
The survey, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos. On timing, it usually takes between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. If the property is near the centre of Maidstone, let us know about car parks or permit rules nearby. We will want to see the loft, if there is one, and any ceiling or wall showing damp. Outside, the roof is viewed from every point that’s safe.
- Once your offer has been accepted, you book and give us the address and your timescale.
- 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.
- We check and photograph the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations to read before exchange.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
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Why act early in Maidstone
A seller may honestly not know the state of the roof. Their answers on the property forms only cover what they know about. Our survey shows you the roof as it is today, whatever anyone remembers. For a shop, office or block in Maidstone, a roof leak can mean closed rooms, damaged stock or unhappy residents. It is easier to plan work than to react to it.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why us?
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Package prices that include VAT
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.