Kent · London and the South East
Roof survey in Biddenden, Kent
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Biddenden, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
What a roof survey looks like in Biddenden
Headcorn Aerodrome is about 3 miles from Biddenden. If your survey includes the drone, the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions first. Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. 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.
For an older house near a landmark such as Parish Church of All Saints, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you look after a building such as John Mayne Church of England Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For landlords with property near Headcorn station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Biddenden is about 10 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. Biddenden is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of the TN27 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on High Street, The Meadows and Cloth Hall Gardens and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Curteis' Corner (1 mile north-east), Woolpack Corner (1 mile south-east), Standen (1 mile north-east), Hareplain (1 mile north-west) and Stede Quarter (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles north-west), Ashford (10 miles east), Kings Hill (15 miles north-west), Foley Park (12 miles north-west), Paddock Wood (12 miles west) and Tenterden (4 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Biddenden
Around Biddenden, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Red Lion Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Headcorn station, roughly 3.5 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Benenden Hospital (2.3 miles south-west) and Sissinghurst Castle (2.6 miles west).
Roof survey in Biddenden: what you get
There is no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, others want a check before selling or after years without one. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: a careful look, then a clear written report. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. We survey chimney stacks, lead flashings and natural slate, and people most often book us about cracked mortar along the ridge and leaning or weathered chimney stacks.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. 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. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Biddenden (TN27)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
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.
Keep the roof space ventilated. A stuffy loft collects condensation, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
Roof by roof
Clay plain and peg tiles
Tile-hanging on walls and dormer cheeks is checked as part of the roof where it’s relevant. Gaps in tile-hanging let water reach the wall behind.
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. We also look at the edges, upstands and outlets.
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- A full building survey of the property
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Cottages and farmhouses around Biddenden often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We check the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave side gates unlocked
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Biddenden
Landlords, agents and building managers in Biddenden and across Kent can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
Questions from Biddenden
Will you come out to Biddenden?
Yes, Biddenden is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I find out if my home in Biddenden is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
How long does a roof survey take?
Allow about one to two hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. We’ll give you an idea of timing when booking.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain does not usually stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we’ll arrange another day with you.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the loft space where there is safe access. The report includes photos and recommendations.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Why get it checked now?
If you are 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. Around Biddenden, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking.
What you get with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent view of the roof
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
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