Kent · London and the South East
Benover Roof Survey
Roof surveys in Benover, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
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, as it helps us focus the survey.
About our roof survey in Benover
The report is written for you, in plain language. Each defect is described with photos and a recommendation, and where it’s relevant we say what’s urgent and what can wait. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where it applies and a same-day report. Reports are sent by email. If you’ve noticed blocked, sagging or leaking gutters and loose ridge or hip tiles, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Benover, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can be seen safely, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Benover (ME18)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Roof surveys around Benover
If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Older houses across Kent frequently 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.
Take an older house close to St Peter's and St Paul's Church: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Hunton Church of England Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Benover is about 5 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. We survey roofs in Benover and the rest of Kent. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
Roof surveys in ME18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Benover include Congelow (1 mile north-west), Yalding (1 mile north), Laddingford (1 mile south-west), Hunton (1 mile east) and Nettlestead Green (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (5 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (12 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (9 miles south-west), Gravesend (15 miles north), Tonbridge (7 miles west) and Kings Hill (4 miles north).
Around Benover
We work in homes and buildings around The Woolpack Inn. For rail, the closest station is Yalding station, about 1.3 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Oakwood Hospital (4.4 miles north-east) and Teapot Island (0.9 miles north-west).
Do you need a roof survey in Benover?
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while rain gets into every gap. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
People typically book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Debris building up in roof valleys
If you let a flat or house near Yalding station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Before booking anyone
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether VAT is added on top
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords and agents in Benover book surveys as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Mention any damp patches when booking
- Check we can open the loft hatch
File the report with your other home documents. It gives you something to compare against later, and it can help when you sell.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, particularly after autumn. Leave the clearing to a professional. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
Your questions about roof surveys in Benover
How do I find out if my home in Benover is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover smaller places like Benover?
Yes, Benover is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
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 is not a structural engineer’s report and does not include calculations.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as an exact number, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
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.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
How soon is the report ready?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photos.
How it works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect between one and two hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older rural homes like those around Benover can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Keep pets in another room
Arrange a survey
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
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Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
Water that gets into a stack can show as damp in the rooms below. We look for the likely route in.
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead flashings seal chimneys, walls and abutments. Lifted, split or slipped lead is recorded, and for flashings replaced with mortar or bitumen.