Kent · London and the South East
Pre-purchase roof survey in Ottinge, Kent
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Ottinge, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Loose pots and cracked flaunching
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
Pre-purchase roof survey in Ottinge: what you get
Buyers in Ottinge and right across London and South East England use our pre-purchase roof survey. Whether it is a terrace, a semi, a detached house or a flat, we follow the same careful process. The report says what’s in good order, what is not and what to deal with first. We’re insured for professional indemnity and public liability, with more than 20 years’ experience behind us. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We survey lead flashings and valleys, flat-roofed extensions and dormers and gutters and downpipes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are signs of past leaks inside the loft and chimney mortar that has eroded.
For a small place like Ottinge, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed in advance. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them as you book. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked on weekdays and at weekends.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Location
- Ottinge (CT4)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Gutters and parapets
Some older terraces have a butterfly roof with a central valley gutter. If yours does, we check that gutter and where it drains.
Clay and concrete tiles
Concrete interlocking tiles are common on post-war and newer homes. They’re heavy and hard-wearing, but they weather and can crack.
Ottinge: your questions answered
Is Ottinge within the area you cover?
Yes, Ottinge is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Is the coastal weather around Ottinge hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Ottinge is within about 5 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes an hour or two for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access when you book.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
How quickly will I get the report?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. We send it by email with photos included.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
What we’re asked to look at in Ottinge
Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999. Cement roof sheets, soffits and flue pipes are typical places to find it. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys, but we flag materials that might and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before work starts.
Common reasons to book include:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
With Acrise Place about 1.6 miles east, the area around Ottinge has a long history. Older homes in the area can come with listed status or conservation area rules, which affect re-roofing, so check with the council before you buy.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether VAT is added on top
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
Towns and villages near Ottinge
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Ottinge homes and their roofs
Ottinge lies within about 5 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, so exposed details get a proper look whether you’re buying or signing off new work. Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
Landlords with a home close to Sandling station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary the Virgin: older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Ottinge is about 5 miles north of Hythe, in Kent. Ottinge is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Kent coverage includes Ottinge and the places around it. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
All of CT4 is covered for pre-purchase roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Canterbury Road, Boyke Lane and Shuttlesfield Lane and the roads around them. Other places close to Ottinge include Lyminge (1 mile south-west), Rhodes Minnis (1 mile west), Woodland (1 mile west), Skeete (2 miles south-west) and Hemsted (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (10 miles west), Canterbury (10 miles north), Dover (9 miles east), Folkestone (5 miles south-east), Whitstable (15 miles north) and Deal (14 miles east).
Near you in Ottinge
The closest station to Ottinge is Sandling station, about 3.7 miles south of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (3 miles south) and Folkestone Castle (4 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Cheriton Hill.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Ottinge
Landlords, agents and building managers in Ottinge and across Kent can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
What happens if roof problems are left?
After exchange, any roof defect is yours to deal with. Before it, you still have choices. Finding out later gives you the same facts, but too late to use them in the purchase. For an older or listed building in a place like Ottinge, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
Why us?
- An independent view of the roof
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Package prices that include VAT
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
What we do, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a hamlet or village like Ottinge, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you are buying.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- The coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The roof’s overall size
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.