Kent · London and the South East
Pre-purchase roof survey in Underling Green, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for pre-purchase roof surveys in Underling Green. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- A ridge or slope that dips
Pre-purchase roof survey in Underling Green
Buying a home is a big commitment, and the roof is one of the costliest parts to put right. Our pre-purchase roof survey gives you a proper look at it before you are committed. We check the coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and the loft space where it is safe to get in. You get a written report with photos. If you are worried about slipped or missing slates and tiles and gutters choked with leaves and moss, we can find out what’s behind it.
Being in a small place like Underling Green makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at as you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Underling Green (TN12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Lots of buyers go ahead anyway, but with their eyes open. The report shows what needs doing first, so you can plan work before small faults get bigger. Older and listed buildings around Underling Green may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
What you get with us
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Pre-purchase roof surveys around Underling Green
Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. About 5 miles north-east lies Stoneacre, a reminder of how long the area around Underling Green has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
Underling Green is about 5 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. We cover Underling Green and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Kent, we cover Underling Green and the places around it.
All of TN12 is covered for pre-purchase roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include Milebush (1 mile south-west), St Ann's Green (1 mile south), Wanshurst Green (1 mile south), Cross-at-Hand (1 mile east) and Rabbit's Cross (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (5 miles north), Sittingbourne (14 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles west), Tonbridge (10 miles west) and Kings Hill (7 miles north-west).
What’s near Underling Green
The nearest railway station is Marden station, roughly 1.5 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Oakwood Hospital (5.5 miles north) and South East Romany Museum (1.3 miles south).
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Nearby places to Underling Green
Other services in Underling Green
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Somewhere like Underling Green needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you’re 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.
How to prepare
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Arrange a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
Honest limits
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- How a seller will respond, or what the house is worth
- The condition of the rest of the house (that is a RICS home survey)
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Gutters and downpipes
- The roof space
When to book a survey in Underling Green
Slates and tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay that hold them. Good slate can last well over a century, yet the nails holding it rust and let slates slide. It is a frequent finding on older houses.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
Landlords with a home close to Marden station may find that it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Before you book anyone
- Their report turnaround times
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Which limits apply to the survey
What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Roof area
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
We will usually ask about:
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Underling Green questions
How do I find out if my home in Underling Green is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover smaller places like Underling Green?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How do I arrange a pre-purchase roof survey in Underling Green?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Will the roof report help me negotiate with the seller?
Yes, you can. The report sets out what we found, with photos, so you can raise them with the seller or their agent. We can’t promise how the seller will respond.
Is your roof survey a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof only, and it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It complements one rather than replacing it.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
How experienced are you?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years.