Kent · London and the South East
Roof survey in Aldington, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for roof surveys in Aldington. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older roofs in small places like Aldington can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Keep pets in another room
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Roof survey in Aldington
We survey roofs in Aldington and across London and the South East. Visits run on weekdays and at weekends. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and bring 20+ years’ experience. You get a written report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. Houses, flats and commercial buildings all follow the same careful process. When you are ready to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Typical surveys look at gaps in the roof where coverings have gone and loose chimney pots, across the roof space, chimney stacks and clay and concrete tiles.
In a village or hamlet like Aldington, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it’s typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Aldington (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Aldington property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Include dormers, porches and garages when booking
The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up. It helps you see whether anything has changed, and whether work has done its job.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, particularly after autumn. Leave the clearing to a professional. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
What a survey costs
We confirm the price for your roof before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The size of the roof
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Helping us price your survey
There’s no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- What made you get in touch
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Roof surveys around Aldington
Historic houses like Westenhanger Castle, about 3.9 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Aldington goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Martin, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you own a rental within reach of Ham Street station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Aldington is about 5 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. We survey roofs in Aldington and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across the TN25 postcode area for roof surveys. We cover properties on Earlsfield, Walnut Ridge and Badgers Close and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Aldington, we cover Clap Hill (1 mile north-west), Stonestreet Green (1 mile north), Bonnington (1 mile south-west), Postling Green (1 mile south-east) and Aldington Frith (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (5 miles north-west), Canterbury (14 miles north-east), Folkestone (10 miles east), Hythe (6 miles east), Preston (15 miles north) and Hawkinge (10 miles east).
Landmarks near Aldington
Around Aldington, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Walnut Tree Inn and Poulton Wood and the streets around them. Aldington’s nearest station is Ham Street station, roughly 4.1 miles south-west. A little further out are Lympne Castle (3.8 miles east) and William Harvey Hospital (3.6 miles north). Open spaces near Aldington include Hatch Park.
Nearby places to Aldington
Also in Aldington
What we can’t see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- A structural engineer’s report
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- An exact number of years the roof has left
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
For landlords and managing agents
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
When to book a survey in Aldington
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. On slate roofs, corroded nails let slates slip, which is known as ‘nail fatigue’. On tiled roofs, the battens or pegs may be what’s gone, letting tiles move.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Standing water on a flat roof
If you live near a park such as Poulton Wood, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
What to check before booking
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Will the report include photos?
- What experience they bring
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
Aldington questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Aldington?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Aldington within the area you cover?
Yes, Aldington is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We don’t give a number of years. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it’s wearing, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it usually takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and the Standard and Premium packages include a structural check. It does not include structural calculations, which need an engineer.