Kent · London and the South East
Burmarsh Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for roof surveys in Burmarsh. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
About our roof survey in Burmarsh
We survey roofs in Burmarsh and across London and South East England. Visits run on any day of the week. We’re insured for professional indemnity and public liability, and bring 20+ years’ experience. Each survey ends with a written report, emailed with photos and recommendations. Whether it is a house, a flat or a commercial building, the process is the same. When you are ready to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We survey lead flashings, clay and concrete tiles and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are valley linings that have cracked or split and gutters that overflow in heavy rain.
In a village or hamlet like Burmarsh, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it is typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Where
- Burmarsh (TN29)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Include dormers, porches and garages when booking
- Leave roof access to professionals
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. That helps you decide what to do first.
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. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
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How the survey works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect about 1–2 hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Around Burmarsh, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Advice
Why it’s worth a survey now in Burmarsh
Leaks rarely show up right away. Insulation, plaster and timber can all be damp before you see a stain. A survey can pick up the early signs from the loft. In a small place like Burmarsh, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book with us
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Prices that include VAT
- Over 20 years’ experience
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
FAQs for Burmarsh
How do I find out if my home in Burmarsh is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Burmarsh, take more of a battering?
Often, yes. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as Burmarsh is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
What does a roof survey include?
All the main parts of the roof: 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 applicable.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We check its condition and the signs of age.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Older homes in the Weald and across the South East frequently have clay plain tiles, and some have Kent peg tiles held by pegs. When pegs or battens rot, tiles slip.
What you can safely check yourself
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Roof surveys in Burmarsh: local notes
Burmarsh is within about 2 miles of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift. Historic houses such as Westenhanger Castle, about 3.5 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Burmarsh goes. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. For landlords with property near Westenhanger station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Burmarsh is about 4 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. Burmarsh is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Across Kent, we cover Burmarsh. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
We survey roofs across the TN29 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. We cover properties on Church Road, Painesfield Close and Thorndike Road. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Postling Green (3 miles north-west), St Mary's Bay (3 miles south), Newchurch (3 miles west), St Mary in the Marsh (3 miles south-west) and Aldington (4 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (9 miles north-west), Dover (14 miles north-east), Folkestone (8 miles east), Hythe (4 miles north-east), Tower Hamlets (14 miles north-east) and Hawkinge (8 miles north-east).
What’s near Burmarsh
We work in homes and buildings around The Shepherd And Crook Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Westenhanger station, about 3.7 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Hythe Museum (4 miles east) and Lympne Castle (2 miles north-east).
Landlord and commercial surveys in Burmarsh
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.