Kent · London and the South East
Burlings Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings across Burlings, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
What this survey can’t tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- A structural engineer’s report
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
About our roof survey in Burlings
Our report is written in plain English, not jargon. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and where it’s relevant we say what’s urgent and what can wait. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where applicable and a same-day report. Each report is emailed to you. We survey chimney stacks, ridges, hips and valleys and clay and concrete tiles, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are worn lead at chimneys and abutments and torn or sagging underlay.
Older buildings in small places like Burlings may be 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Burlings (TN14)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Photograph stains when they appear
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. They’ll see each defect and its location, so their quotes cover the same ground.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Burlings
Biggin Hill Airport is about 3 miles from Burlings. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. 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. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Historic houses such as Down House, about 2.2 miles north-west, show how far back building around Burlings goes. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is. If you own a rental within reach of Knockholt station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St Katharine's Church, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Burlings is about 5 miles north-west of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Wherever you are in Burlings, we can carry out roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Kent, we cover Burlings. There is also a page for London.
We survey roofs across the TN14 postcode area for roof surveys. Other places close to Burlings include Horns Green (1 mile south-west), Cudham (1 mile north-west), Berry's Green (1 mile west), Single Street (1 mile north-west) and Luxted (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Dartford (11 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (5 miles south-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-east), Gravesend (15 miles north-east), Tonbridge (11 miles south-east) and Northfleet (14 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Burlings
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Blacksmith's Arms and the streets around them. The closest station to Burlings is Knockholt station, roughly 3 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Orpington Hospital (3.6 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Downe Bank and Betsom's Hill.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Some flat roofs have been coated over several times. If the covering would need opening up to know more, we say so.
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but its nails often corrode first. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted.
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere as small as Burlings, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Book a survey
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 call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Burlings
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Burlings. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Common questions in Burlings
Can a landlord with a rental near Knockholt station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you need, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Burlings?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Biggin Hill Airport is about 3 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather, though the rest of the survey goes ahead either way.
Is Burlings in your area?
Yes, we do. We carry out roof surveys in Burlings.
How long does a roof survey take?
On site, it typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we will say so.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. When they do, water comes straight into the house. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. Older and listed buildings around Burlings may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Prices that include VAT
See our cost guide or two real surveys.