Kent · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Waltham
Wondering about the roof at a property in Waltham? We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Waltham and across Kent.
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Waltham
A roof report gives you something solid to take back to the seller or the agent. You can ask about the roof’s history, ask for repairs before completion or rethink the price. We cannot say how a seller will respond, but you’ll be asking from facts rather than guesses. It can also help you decide whether the purchase is still right for you. We survey lead flashings and valleys, clay and concrete tiles and the roof space, and people most frequently book us about standing water on a flat extension roof and lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney.
Older buildings in small places like Waltham may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Waltham (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roofs
Flat roofs on extensions, dormers and garages are easy to forget about. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We look for signs of age and failure.
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead-lined valleys and gutters are common on older homes in London and South East England. Worn or cracked lead lets water straight into the roof, and missing lead is not unknown, as it’s a target for thieves.
Prices for pre-purchase roof surveys in Waltham
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- House, block, shop or office
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Common questions in Waltham
Do you carry out roof surveys in Waltham?
Yes, Waltham is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
Will you come out to Waltham?
Yes, Waltham is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only where it’s safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and a drone is part of the Premium Survey where it applies.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we will agree the details when you book.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
How do I book a survey in Waltham?
Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Even if you go ahead regardless, knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan. The report shows what needs doing first, so you can plan work before small faults get bigger. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
Why us?
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Prices that include VAT
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
What we do, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about one to two hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. Cottages and farmhouses around Waltham often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- Once your offer is accepted, you let us know the address and when you hope to exchange.
- We arrange access with you, the agent or the seller, including the loft.
- We start outside, looking at the roof from ground level and from vantage points.
- Inside, we check the roof space and look at the roof from windows.
- The report is emailed with photos and recommendations, ready to use before exchange.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
To get a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Waltham, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
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. Do not go up yourself.
Pre-purchase roof surveys around Waltham
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. The covering on a house you’re buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Bartholomew, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Waltham is about 6 miles south-west of Canterbury, in Kent. Whether the building in Waltham is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Waltham is one of the places in Kent we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
All of CT4 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 Church Lane, Richdore Road and Kake Street or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Stelling Minnis (2 miles east), Bossingham (2 miles east), Stowting Common (4 miles south), Stowting (4 miles south) and Rhodes Minnis (4 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (8 miles south-west), Canterbury (6 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles east), Folkestone (10 miles south-east), Whitstable (11 miles north) and Faversham (10 miles north-west).
Near you in Waltham
We work in homes and buildings around Compasses Inn. For rail, the closest station is Chilham station, roughly 3.7 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Chilham Castle (4.1 miles north-west) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (5.5 miles north-east).
Nearby places to Waltham
What else we do in Waltham
Do you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Waltham?
Rear extensions, dormers and garages often have flat roofs. Felt flat roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, and standing water, blisters and splits are typical signs of ageing. They’re easy to overlook on a viewing, because many can only be seen from an upstairs window.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- Old water stains in the loft space
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Loose pots and cracked flaunching
Landlords with a home close to Chilham station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What happens after the report arrives