Kent · London and the South East
Brabourne Lees Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings around Brabourne Lees, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Loose chimney pots
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
How a roof survey works in Brabourne Lees
We survey roofs in Brabourne Lees 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. You get a written report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. Whether it is a house, a flat or a commercial building, the process is the same. To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We survey lead flashings, flat roofs and natural slate, and the problems we are asked to look at most are debris building up in roof valleys and ridge tiles that have lifted or moved.
Some older homes in villages like Brabourne Lees are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Brabourne Lees (TN25)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Brabourne Lees
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For landlords with property near Westenhanger station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Brabourne Lees is about 5 miles east of Ashford, in Kent. We survey roofs in Brabourne Lees and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Kent coverage includes Brabourne Lees. Canterbury is in our area too.
All of TN25 is within our area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Knatchbull Way, Mountbatten Way and Prospect Way or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Brabourne Lees include Smeeth (1 mile south-west), Lilyvale (1 mile south-east), Bircholt Forstal (1 mile north), Ridgeway (1 mile west) and Stone Hill (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (5 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles east), Folkestone (9 miles east), Faversham (14 miles north) and Hythe (6 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Brabourne Lees
The nearest railway station is Westenhanger station, about 3.4 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Lympne Castle (4.2 miles south-east) and William Harvey Hospital (2.9 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Hatch Park and Tolsford Hill.
Honest limits
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
Checking the roof from the ground
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Why get it checked now?
Many roofs go years without anyone looking at them closely. Our report gives you a record of how the roof is today, which makes later changes easy to spot. In a small place like Brabourne Lees, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
All our prices include VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Brabourne Lees
- 98% customer satisfaction
- 20+ years’ experience
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
Roof by roof
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. We also look at the edges, upstands and outlets.
Concrete interlocking tiles
On low-pitched roofs, the laps and fixings of interlocking tiles matter. Lifted or cracked tiles are noted, especially at the verges and ridge.
What happens on the day
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit normally takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Older rural homes like those around Brabourne Lees 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 with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Do you need a roof survey in Brabourne Lees?
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Leaves, moss and silt build up, the gutter overflows and water soaks the walls. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors.
Problems we come across often include:
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Smeeth Community Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Their insurance cover
- What exactly goes into their report
FAQs for Brabourne Lees
Can a landlord with a rental near Westenhanger station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you need.
Is my home in Brabourne Lees listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and the Standard and Premium packages include a structural check. It is not a structural engineer’s report and does not include calculations.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
How do I book a survey in Brabourne Lees?
Just call 07833 053749 or email us. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos testing is not part of our service. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.