Kent · London and the South East
Broadstairs Roof Survey
Wondering about the roof at a property in Broadstairs? You can book a roof survey in Broadstairs and across Kent.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
Broadstairs homes and their roofs
Broadstairs is within about 1 mile of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Landlords with a home close to Broadstairs station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. For businesses in and around places such as Westwood Cross, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions.
Broadstairs is about 16 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. We survey roofs in Broadstairs and the rest of Kent. Broadstairs is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
We cover every part of CT10, CT9 and CT12 for roof surveys. We cover properties on High Street, Union Square and Church Road and the roads around them. Being close to the A254 and A255, Broadstairs is easy for us to reach. We also cover Upton (1 mile south-west), St Peter's (1 mile north-west), Northwood (1 mile south-west), Kingsgate (2 miles north) and Northdown (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Deal (10 miles south), Herne Bay (13 miles west), Walmer (11 miles south), Whitfield (15 miles south-west), Sandwich (7 miles south-west) and Aylesham (14 miles south-west).
Near you in Broadstairs
In Broadstairs, that means homes and buildings near The Charles Dickens School, The Charles Dickens School and The Little Albion Inn and the streets around them. Broadstairs has its own railway station: Broadstairs station. Other landmarks nearby include Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (2 miles north-west) and Westwood Cross (1.5 miles west). Open spaces near Broadstairs include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
About our roof survey in Broadstairs
Three packages cover most roofs: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. The Basic Survey gives a visual inspection, photographs and written recommendations. Standard and Premium go further, such as moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable. Every package includes a written report. We are frequently asked to look into leaking gutter joints and downpipes and slates or tiles that have slipped or broken, on lead flashings, clay and concrete tiles and chimney stacks.
Semis and terraces in a town like Broadstairs share roof details with the neighbours. A shared chimney stack or a gutter run across two houses means a defect may sit partly on someone else’s property. Shared parts are looked at as far as they can be seen safely from the property we’re surveying. Let us know when booking if you know of anything shared with next door.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Broadstairs (CT10, CT9, CT12)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Broadstairs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
These details help when you contact us:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- What made you get in touch
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Do you need a roof survey in Broadstairs?
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Torn or sagging underlay
If you look after a building such as St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Will the report include photos?
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
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Broadstairs: your questions answered
Is the coastal weather around Broadstairs hard on roofs?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Can a landlord with a rental near Broadstairs station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, along with the loft where it is safe. The report includes photos and recommendations.
How long does the visit take?
Allow about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Can you look at a roof that is joined to next door?
Yes, we can. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we’ll say so.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
How much does a roof survey cost in Broadstairs?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen 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.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. A visit in Broadstairs runs most smoothly with the loft hatch clear, side gates open and a parking spot in mind. If you will not be there yourself, let us know who will let us in.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
What we cannot see
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
Leave it or get it looked at?
Many roofs go years without anyone looking at them closely. Our report gives you a record of how the roof is today, so you can compare it next time. Blocked gutters and downpipes on homes in Broadstairs overflow onto walls, and damp follows inside. At roof level, a loose tile or tired flashing does the same. Neither gets better on its own.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why book with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.