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Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Postling
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Postling from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Postling
Buying a home is a big commitment, and the roof is one of the costliest parts to put right. A pre-purchase roof survey looks at it closely before you’re tied in. We check the slates or tiles, the ridges and valleys, the flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, plus the loft where there’s safe access. The findings come in a written report with photos. If you’re worried about blocked or leaking gutters and lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on the roof space, flat-roofed extensions and dormers and chimney stacks alike.
Being in a small place like Postling makes no difference to the inspection itself: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed in advance. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at when you book. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
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, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Postling (CT21)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
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Common roof problems in Postling
A chimney stack stands out in the wind and rain. Mortar erodes, the flaunching around the pots cracks and the flashings work loose. A stack may be shared with the neighbours, which can affect how any work is arranged.
Problems we come across often include:
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Loose pots and cracked flaunching
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
With Westenhanger Castle about 1.8 miles south-west, the area around Postling has a long history. When you buy an older home, the roof’s age, past repairs and any listing all affect what you might spend later.
What to check before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What insurance they carry
Common questions in Postling
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Postling?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is the coastal weather around Postling hard on roofs?
It can do. Postling is within about 3 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
How long does a pre-purchase roof survey take?
Allow about 1–2 hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. We’ll give you an idea of timing when booking.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access.
What affects the cost of pre-purchase roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How big the roof is
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
For a price for your roof in Postling, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Look for fresh paint on upstairs ceilings at viewings
- Tell us your exchange date when you book
- Give your solicitor a copy of the report
- Ask when the roof was last worked on
Your report arrives by email, with photographs of what we found. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Each defect is explained in plain words, with recommendations prioritised by urgency where relevant.
Look in the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Damp patches, daylight through the roof or water stains on timbers are worth noting. Take photos so you can show whoever looks at it.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Postling
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
The survey, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes between one and two hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. For a village or hamlet like Postling, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Local roofs and buyers in Postling
Postling is within about 3 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea, so exposed details get a close look whether you are buying or signing off new work. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For landlords with property near Sandling station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary and St Radegund, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Postling is about 3 miles north of Hythe, in Kent. We provide pre-purchase roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Postling and nearby. Our area takes in places right across Kent. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the CT21 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Stanford (1 mile south-west), Skeete (1 mile north), Etchinghill (1 mile east), Woodland (2 miles north) and Lyminge (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (9 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (10 miles east), Folkestone (5 miles east), Hythe (3 miles south) and Tower Hamlets (10 miles east).
Near you in Postling
In Postling, that means homes and buildings near Sandling Park. Postling’s nearest station is Sandling station, about 1.3 miles south. A little further out are Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (2.4 miles east) and Saltwood Castle (2.1 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Tolsford Hill.