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Pre-purchase roof survey in Tovil, Kent
Independent pre-purchase roof surveys in Tovil. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
Tips that help
Getting the most from a pre-purchase roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Let us know your exchange date as you book
- Book once your offer is accepted
- Ask for any paperwork for recent roof work
- Ask when the roof was last worked on
It is worth sharing the report with your solicitor so they can raise enquiries with the seller’s side. Past repairs, re-roofing and any records of that work are all fair questions, particularly where we’ve found patch repairs.
After strong winds, look at the roof from the ground. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles and debris on the ground are signs to act on. Small repairs done quickly stop bigger problems later.
Pre-purchase roof survey in Tovil
Older homes often have roofs that have been patched over the years. Corroded nails let slates slide, valley linings wear thin and chimney mortar erodes. Little of that is easy to judge from the pavement on a viewing. Our survey picks it out, with photos so you can see it for yourself. Each finding is explained in plain words, so it is clear what it means for your purchase. If you are worried about a ridge or slope that dips and old water stains in the roof space, we can find out what’s behind it.
Bungalows, chalet bungalows and older cottages are common in smaller places like Tovil, and many have been extended or had dormers added. Even on a low roof, dormers, valleys and flat-roofed additions need a careful look. The same goes for a purchase or a new roof around Tovil. Lead around a dormer and the edges of a flat roof are common places for snags and wear alike.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Tovil (ME16, ME15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Do you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Tovil?
Slates and tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay that hold them. Good slate can last well over a century, but corroded nails let slates slip. That kind of wear is common on older roofs and easy to miss from the ground.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
Take an older house close to St Michael and All Angels Church: the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Will the report include photos?
- How soon the report will arrive
- What happens after the report arrives
Why act early in Tovil
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. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like Tovil, so it is useful to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Roof area
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
Common questions in Tovil
Is Tovil in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and Tovil is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Tovil?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can I use the report to negotiate on price?
Yes. Buyers use the findings to ask questions, ask for repairs before completion or ask for a price change. The outcome is between you and the seller.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it when booking and we will explain what’s needed.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Do you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and a drone is part of the Premium Survey where applicable.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It normally takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. A visit to a smaller place like Tovil is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you are buying.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You receive the report, with findings prioritised by urgency, so you can raise them with the seller.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Getting a price
To get a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Tovil, phone 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Local roofs and buyers in Tovil
The wider area around Tovil has a long history of building, with Stoneacre about 3.1 miles east. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For landlords with property near Maidstone West station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Tovil is about 1 mile west of Maidstone, in Kent. We provide pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Tovil. We cover towns and villages across Kent.
Every address in ME16 and ME15 is covered for pre-purchase roof surveys. We cover properties on Tovil Road, Wharf Road and Bower Lane and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include Maidstone (1 mile east), Foley Park (2 miles north-east), Penenden Heath (2 miles north-east), Shepway (2 miles south-east) and Ringlestone (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Sittingbourne (11 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (14 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north-west), Tonbridge (11 miles south-west) and Northfleet (14 miles north-west).
Around Tovil
We work in homes and buildings around River Len LNR, St Augustine Academy and Oakwood Park Grammar School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Maidstone West station, roughly 0.5 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Kent Fire Brigade Museum (within half a mile south-east) and Allington Castle (2 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Boxley Hills and Burham Down.
What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: 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.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.