Kent · London and the South East
Roof survey in Barnes Cray, Kent
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Barnes Cray, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Check we can open the loft hatch
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Keep the report with your property records
Keep the report with your property records. It is a useful baseline for future surveys, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Compare each report with the last.
How a roof survey works in Barnes Cray
We survey roofs in Barnes Cray and across London and South East England. We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. We’re insured for professional indemnity and public liability, 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’re ready to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Common reasons to book are torn or sagging underlay and cracked mortar along the ridge, on chimney stacks, natural slate and flat roofs.
Trees around homes in smaller places like Barnes Cray drop leaves, twigs and moss onto roofs and into gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls, and moss holds water against tiles. It is the kind of slow problem a roof report picks up early. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from ground level.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Barnes Cray (DA1, DA8)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes about one to two hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Barnes Cray is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from ground level and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- 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 the survey
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
How to book
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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What this survey cannot tell you
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Different roofs, different checks
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, yet the nails holding it often fail long before the slate. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates.
Chimney stacks
Water that gets into a stack can show as damp in the rooms below. We check the flashings and mortar for the cause.
Roof surveys around Barnes Cray
Historic houses like Hall Place and Gardens, about 1.7 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Barnes Cray goes. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Take a building like Haberdashers' Aske's Crayford Academy: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. Trees in and around Braeburn Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters. For businesses in and around places such as Broadway Shopping Centre, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
Barnes Cray is about 2 miles north-west of Dartford, in Kent. If you’re in Barnes Cray, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Barnes Cray is one of the places in Kent where we work. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Here we cover the DA1 and DA8 postcode area for roof surveys. If you need a roof survey at a property on Stour Road, Wilmot Road and Maiden Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Barnes Cray, we cover Slade Green (1 mile north), North End (1 mile north), Crayford (1 mile south-west), Barnehurst (1 mile west) and Bexley Riverside (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Sevenoaks (12 miles south), Gravesend (8 miles east), Northfleet (7 miles east), Swanley (4 miles south), Swanscombe (4 miles east) and Windmill Hill (8 miles east).
Near you in Barnes Cray
Around Barnes Cray, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Braeburn Park, Bird in Hand pub and Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School. The closest station to Barnes Cray is Slade Green station, roughly 0.7 miles north. Well-known places in the area include West Hill Hospital (1 mile south-east) and Dartford Library (1.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Barnes Cray includes Wansunt Pit.
How we price roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The size of the roof
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
FAQs for Barnes Cray
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Barnes Cray?
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. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Can a landlord with a rental near Slade Green station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need.
Do you look in the roof space?
Typically, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we will say so.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. We flag materials that could contain it, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Is Barnes Cray in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs in Barnes Cray and the rest of Kent. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Leave it or get it looked at?
It’s easier to plan roof work than to react to it. With a report, you can tackle the urgent jobs first and plan the rest, rather than calling someone out after a storm. Around Barnes Cray, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, particularly where trees overhang. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
All our prices include VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Barnes Cray
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.