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Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Teynham
A careful look at the roof at your property in Teynham, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
What we cannot see
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
- Walls, floors, services and rooms below the roof
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings and valleys
- The roof space
- Gutters and downpipes
- Chimney stacks
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Teynham
Our packages start with the Basic Survey from £150, while Standard starts from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT. Standard adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. Premium goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where it applies and a same-day report. Pick the one that fits the property. Every package comes with a written report, photos and recommendations. We survey lead flashings and valleys, chimney stacks and the roof space, and common reasons people get in touch are bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs and old water stains in the roof space.
In a smaller place like Teynham, homes are mostly houses and bungalows, from older cottages to more recent builds. Older roofs may still have their original slates or clay tiles, with fixings and underlay that have done a long stint. For a purchase or a newly replaced roof, what’s under the coverings matters as much as what’s on top. Breathable membranes only appeared in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt or nothing at all.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Teynham (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Teynham
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Teynham, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Teynham is within about 3 miles of the coast.
Will you come out to Teynham?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is a roof survey worth having alongside a home survey?
It depends on the roof and how confident you want to be. A home survey may recommend further investigation of the roof, and that’s where a roof survey helps. It doesn’t stand in for a RICS survey.
Do you need access inside the house?
If it can be arranged, yes. From the roof space we can see staining, timbers and underlay. If we cannot get in, the report says so.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Do you go up on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We inspect from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft and from the roof itself where safe. On Premium, a drone is used where it applies.
How long does the survey visit take?
It typically takes about one to two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Report times depend on the package, from the same day for Premium to within 48 hours for Basic.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
How it works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos, emailed to you. As for time on site, most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. Parking around Teynham is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside.
- 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.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, inside and out.
- Each part of the roof is examined and photographed.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations, ready for you to use before exchange.
Before we arrive
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
How to book
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
Roof by roof
Gutters and parapets
The rainwater system keeps water off the walls. We check for blockages, leaking joints and sagging runs, along with fascias and soffits.
Flat roofs
Flat roofs on extensions, dormers and garages are easy to forget about. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, rubber longer and GRP up to about 30. We check how the covering is wearing.
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- For a flat, check who is responsible for the roof
- Ask the agent to make sure the loft hatch can be opened
- Ask when the roof was last worked on
- Do not leave it until just before exchange
Your report arrives by email, with photos of what we found. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are set out in plain English, with recommendations prioritised by urgency where relevant.
Once you’ve moved in, keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, ideally once the leaves have dropped. Blocked gutters cause much of the damp we see. Use a gutter contractor rather than going up a ladder yourself.
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What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in Teynham
Teynham lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
Belmont House and Gardens, about 4.4 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Teynham. If you’re buying an older home nearby, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before you plan any re-roofing. If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. Landlords with a home close to Teynham station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Teynham is about 3 miles east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Teynham, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Teynham is one of the places in Kent where we work for pre-purchase roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Every address in ME9 is covered for pre-purchase roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a pre-purchase roof survey at a property on Station Road, London Road and Belle Friday Close or a nearby road, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Teynham Street (1 mile north-east), Deerton Street (1 mile east), Norton Ash (1 mile south-east), Lewson Street (1 mile south-east) and Tickham (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (13 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south), Canterbury (13 miles east), Sittingbourne (3 miles west), Whitstable (10 miles east) and Faversham (4 miles east).
Landmarks near Teynham
We work in homes and buildings around Sittingbourne Community College and The Dover Castle pub and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Teynham itself: Teynham station. Nearby you will also find Bayford Court (2.8 miles west) and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (2.7 miles west).
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.