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Roof survey in Brenzett, Kent
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Brenzett, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
Roof survey in Brenzett
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, and the loft space where there’s safe access. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it’s relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. Common reasons to book are debris building up in roof valleys and flashings that have come away from the wall, on ridges, hips and valleys, lead flashings and chimney stacks.
In a small place like Brenzett, many roofs stand in the open, 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 written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Brenzett (TN29)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- A structural engineer’s report
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Brenzett: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Brenzett?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
I let a flat near Appledore (Kent) station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
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 so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
Do you go up on the roof?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. We also use views from ground level, windows and the roof space.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
How much does a roof survey cost in Brenzett?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
Other services in Brenzett
Different roofs, different checks
Clay plain and peg tiles
Older homes in the Weald and across the South East often have clay plain tiles, and some have Kent peg tiles held by pegs. Rotten pegs and battens let tiles move, leaving gaps along the courses.
Natural slate
Inside the roof space, we check what’s under the slates. There may be old felt underlay, or none at all on very old roofs, and we note its condition.
When to book a survey in Brenzett
Wherever a roof meets a wall, a chimney or another roof, a flashing keeps water out. Lead can crack, lift or slip with age, and mortar fillets crack away from the wall. Missing lead isn’t unusual either, as thieves target it.
Problems we come across often include:
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
For landlords with property near Appledore (Kent) station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
What to check before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- When you will get the report
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether the price includes VAT
Why get it checked now?
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and wet timber starts to decay. Finding it early keeps the work smaller. In a small place like Brenzett, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Photos and a written report every time
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Local roofs in Brenzett
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Eanswith's Church, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you look after a building such as Brenzett Church of England Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Brenzett is about 9 miles south of Ashford, in Kent. Wherever you are in Brenzett, we can carry out roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Brenzett is one of the places in Kent where we work. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Roof surveys in TN29 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Moore Close, King Street and Church Lane. Close by, we survey roofs in Snargate (1 mile north-west), Ivychurch (2 miles east), Kenardington (4 miles north-west), Hamstreet (4 miles north) and Ruckinge (4 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (9 miles north), Folkestone (15 miles east), Hythe (11 miles north-east), Hawkinge (15 miles north-east), Tenterden (8 miles north-west) and Cheriton (14 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Brenzett
We work in homes and buildings around The Fleur De Lys Public House The Fleur-De-Lys-Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Appledore (Kent) station, about 2.3 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (within half a mile east) and Romney 'castle' (2.2 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Orlestone Forest and Burnthouse Pen.
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Keep the report with your property records
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes a consultation in person. It’s a chance to ask questions about anything in the report.
Keep the roof space ventilated. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Check insulation does not block the airflow at the eaves.
The survey, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about one to two hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Around Brenzett, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- 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.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Leave side gates unlocked
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.