Kent · London and the South East
Bearsted Roof Survey
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Roof surveys in Bearsted, with photos and a clear written report.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Loose chimney pots
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
How a roof survey works in Bearsted
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Slate frequently lasts a century or more, and tiles commonly half a century, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. We survey ridges, hips and valleys, lead flashings and chimney stacks, and people most frequently book us about lifted, split or missing lead flashings and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles.
Houses in smaller places like Bearsted can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A close look shows whether anything has started to loosen. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Bearsted (ME14, ME15)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Bearsted homes and their roofs
Historic houses such as Stoneacre, about 1.3 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Bearsted goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Thurnham Church of England Infant School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you own a rental within reach of Bearsted station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Bearsted is about 2 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. Wherever you are in Bearsted, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Kent.
We survey roofs across ME14 and ME15 for roof surveys and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on The Street, Tower Lane and Roseacre Lane. Other places close to Bearsted include Weavering (1 mile west), Grove Green (1 mile north-west), Caring (1 mile south-east), Thurnham (1 mile north-east) and Willington (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Sittingbourne (9 miles north-east), Gravesend (14 miles north-west), Tonbridge (14 miles west), Faversham (14 miles east), Northfleet (15 miles north-west) and Minster (14 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Bearsted
In Bearsted, that means homes and buildings near Mote Park, Valley Park School and The Kentish Yeoman pub and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Bearsted itself: Bearsted station. A little further out are KIMS hospital (1.2 miles north-west) and The Mall Maidstone (2 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Detling Hill.
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How the survey works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. For a survey in Bearsted, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there is safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Keep pets in another room
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
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Questions from Bearsted
How do I find out if my home in Bearsted is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
I let a flat near Bearsted station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, that’s a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It doesn’t include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
How much does a roof survey cost in Bearsted?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included.
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 chimneys and party-wall upstands are checked from your side.
What does a roof survey include?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, along with the loft where it is safe. You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Bearsted
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Bearsted. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. When they do, water comes straight into the house. We look at them before they cause trouble. Arranging work in a smaller place like Bearsted is easier with notice than in an emergency. A survey gives you that notice.
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why us?
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The size of the roof
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Basic, Standard or Premium
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The property’s address and postcode
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Let us know about past leaks
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. You can ask us about anything that isn’t clear.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Photograph anything new.
Signs you need a roof survey in Bearsted
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and rain finds any gap it can. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Loose chimney pots
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
Take an older house close to Holy Cross Church: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report