Kent · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Aylesham
Roof surveys in Aylesham from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
What happens if roof problems are left?
If you’re planning to sell, a roof survey can help you prepare. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them, or at least know what to expect. Blocked gutters on homes around Aylesham overflow and soak walls, especially where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why book with us
- A report with photographs
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Surveys seven days a week
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Roof survey in Aylesham
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common. They’re included alongside the main roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. Flat roofs frequently need attention long before the main roof, so they deserve a careful look. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and GRP up to about 30. If you’ve noticed loose chimney pots and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Trees around homes in smaller places like Aylesham drop leaves, twigs and moss onto roofs and into gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Plants growing from a gutter or moss on the tiles are signs worth noting from ground level.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Aylesham (CT3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What we check
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
Surveys for landlords and agents in Aylesham
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Roof surveys around Aylesham
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
With Goodnestone Park about 1.6 miles north-east, the area around Aylesham has a long history. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Aylesham Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. Landlords with a home close to Aylesham station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Aylesham is about 6 miles south-east of Canterbury, in Kent. Whether the building in Aylesham is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in CT3 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Market Place, Mexborough Square and Derwent Way, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Bloodden (1 mile north), Adisham (1 mile north), Womenswold (1 mile south-west), Woolage Green (2 miles south) and Out Elmstead (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (6 miles north-west), Margate (13 miles north-east), Dover (8 miles south-east), Folkestone (10 miles south), Ramsgate (12 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (14 miles north-east).
Near you in Aylesham
Aylesham has its own railway station: Aylesham station. A little further out are St Martins Hospital (5.2 miles north-west).
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What affects the cost of roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The roof’s overall size
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we can help you choose.
Booking your survey
There is no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Anything about access we should know
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book.
The survey, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. All in, the survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Homes around Aylesham frequently have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
FAQs for Aylesham
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Aylesham station?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Is Aylesham within the area you cover?
Yes, Aylesham is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions aren’t right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only where it’s safe to do so. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the loft space. On Premium, a drone is used where it applies.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
How long will you be at the property?
Allow roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. We will give you an idea of timing when booking.