Kent · London and the South East
Pre-purchase roof survey in Pittswood, Kent
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Pittswood.
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
- Flashings that have lifted or split
The survey, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. For a village or hamlet like Pittswood, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- You get in touch after your offer is agreed, with the address and your target exchange date.
- We agree a time and how we will get in, including the loft.
- We inspect the roof from the ground, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- We check and photograph the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations, ready for you to use before exchange.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
Pre-purchase roof survey in Pittswood
Some roofs cannot be seen well from the ground or from windows. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where it applies, and the report arrives the same day. Where a flight is not possible, because of airspace rules or the weather, we tell you and look from ground level, windows and the loft instead. We are often asked to look into chimney mortar that has eroded and roof slopes that look uneven or sagging, across lead flashings and valleys, natural slate and flat-roofed extensions and dormers.
Somewhere as small as Pittswood, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. 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 main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Pittswood (TN11)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Pittswood
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Pittswood: local notes
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
With Old Soar Manor about 2.6 miles north, the area around Pittswood 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. For landlords with property near Tonbridge station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. The streets around a church like St Mary's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Pittswood is about 2 miles north-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. We provide pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Pittswood. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in TN11 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on High House Lane and Ashes Lane and the roads around them. If you are just outside Pittswood, we cover Parker's Green (1 mile south), Hadlow (1 mile east), Golden Green (2 miles south-east), Dunk's Green (2 miles north) and Roughway (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles east), Sevenoaks (7 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (7 miles south), Gravesend (14 miles north), Northfleet (14 miles north) and Swanley (13 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Pittswood
We work in homes and buildings around Hadlow Primary School and Three Squirrels pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Tonbridge station, roughly 3 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (3.7 miles south-west) and Tonbridge Castle (2.6 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Barden Lake and Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
Honest limits
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Walls, floors, services and rooms below the roof
- A valuation or a promise of a lower price
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- The roof space
Towns and villages near Pittswood
What else we do in Pittswood
How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
We confirm the exact price before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the price for your roof before you book.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Anything about access we should know
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- The property’s address and postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from a pre-purchase roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Mention any deadline when you contact us
- Ask for loft access on the day
- Look for fresh paint on upstairs ceilings at viewings
- Check the lease for roof repair responsibilities
After you move in, keep the report somewhere safe. Work through the urgent items before anything else, and use the photos as a record of how the roof looked when you bought. The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up to see how things have changed.
Chimneys and flashings need watching. Watch for gaps in the pointing, cracked flaunching and loose lead. Binoculars from ground level are enough for a first look.
What you can safely check yourself
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Pittswood: your questions answered
Is Pittswood within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Pittswood is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
When is the best time to have the roof checked when buying?
Book as soon as your offer is agreed. You need the report before you exchange, while you can still ask questions and negotiate.
Do you go up on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. Much of the inspection is done from the ground, from windows and from the loft space. The Premium Survey adds a drone inspection where applicable.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run seven days a week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.