Kent · London and the South East
Roof survey in Appledore, Kent
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Appledore from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
How a roof survey works in Appledore
We survey roofs in Appledore and across London and South East England. Visits run on any day of the week. We’re insured for professional indemnity and public liability, and bring 20+ years’ experience. Each survey ends with a written report, emailed with photographs and recommendations. Whether it is a house, a flat or a commercial building, the process is the same. To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. If you are worried about loose ridge or hip tiles and leaning or weathered chimney stacks, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a small place like Appledore, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
The written findings come 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.
- Location
- Appledore (TN26)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. A survey sets a baseline, so you can compare it next time. Older and listed buildings around Appledore may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Why book with us
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- An independent look at the roof
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Appledore
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Places near Appledore
Also in Appledore
Roof surveys around Appledore
Smallhythe Place, about 3.9 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Appledore. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. 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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
For landlords with property near Appledore (Kent) station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. The streets around a church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Appledore is about 8 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Appledore can all book roof surveys. Our Kent coverage includes Appledore and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Surveys in TN26 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on The Street, Old Way and Court Lodge Road. We also cover the places around Appledore: Appledore Heath (1 mile north), Stone in Oxney (1 mile south-west), Reading Street (2 miles west), Stone Corner (3 miles west) and Brattle (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Ashford (8 miles north-east), Hythe (13 miles east), Tenterden (5 miles north-west), Kennington (10 miles north-east), New Romney (7 miles south-east) and Staplehurst (14 miles north-west).
What’s near Appledore
The closest station to Appledore is Appledore (Kent) station, roughly 1.3 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (3.6 miles south-east). The countryside around Appledore includes Orlestone Forest.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Questions from Appledore
Can a landlord with a rental near Appledore (Kent) station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Appledore?
Yes, Appledore is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are looked at from your side.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and Premium includes a drone where applicable.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
We do not give a number of years. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it is wearing, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Around Appledore, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
How we price roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- House, block, shop or office
- How big the roof is
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
We will typically ask about:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- What kind of property and roof it is
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Useful tips for Appledore property owners
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Let us know about past leaks
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes a consultation in person. You can ask us about anything that is not clear.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Leave the clearing to a professional. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.