Kent · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Bowmans
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings across Bowmans, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Standing water on a flat roof
How the survey works
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit normally takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Bowmans is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it is safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
About our roof survey in Bowmans
Across London and the South East, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Some older homes have clay tiles, and many have a flat-roofed extension as well. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. Common reasons to book are leaning or weathered chimney stacks and standing water on a flat roof, on flat roofs, clay and concrete tiles and ridges, hips and valleys.
Around Bowmans, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are typically where the work is. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Bowmans (DA1, DA2, DA5)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in Bowmans
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Strong gusts work at anything that is not firmly fixed, while rain gets into every gap. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Broadway Shopping Centre, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
What to check before booking
- Their insurance cover
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
What a survey costs
We confirm the price for the job before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Booking your survey
There is no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What we look for on each type of roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Many post-war houses have concrete interlocking tiles. They last well, but their surface erodes slowly, and they can crack.
Natural slate
Slate is one of the most durable roof coverings, yet the nails holding it often fail long before the slate. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates.
Places near Bowmans
Other services in Bowmans
For landlords and managing agents
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Honest limits
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
Local roofs in Bowmans
The wider area around Bowmans has a long history of building, with Hall Place and Gardens about 1.1 miles north-west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you live in an older home near St Barnabas, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Living close to Dartford Heath is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Bowmans is about 2 miles west of Dartford, in Kent. We carry out roof surveys for homes and businesses in Bowmans. Bowmans is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover. We also survey roofs in London.
We cover every part of DA1, DA2 and DA5 for roof surveys. We cover properties on Swan Lane, Dale Road and Ross Road and the roads around them. You’ll find Bowmans on the A2018, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover Wilmington (1 mile south), Crayford (1 mile north), Coldblow (1 mile west), Joyden's Wood (1 mile south-west) and Barnes Cray (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Sevenoaks (11 miles south), Gravesend (9 miles east), Northfleet (7 miles east), Swanley (3 miles south), Kings Hill (15 miles south-east) and Swanscombe (5 miles east).
What’s near Bowmans
Typical jobs here are in homes near Wilmington Grammar School for Girls, Bird in Hand pub and St Columba's Catholic Boys' School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Crayford station, about 0.6 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Stone Castle (4.1 miles east) and West Hill Hospital (1.3 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Wansunt Pit.
Bowmans: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Bowmans is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Bowmans within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the roof space. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to.
How much does a roof survey cost in Bowmans?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when booking.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
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 looked at from your side.