Kent · London and the South East
Buttsole Roof Survey
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Buttsole from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
When you need someone else
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- A structural engineer’s report
- An exact number of years the roof has left
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Buttsole
We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where conditions allow. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where applicable, which helps with tall or steep roofs. You do not need to do anything except give us access. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. Common reasons to book are slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles and torn or sagging underlay, across clay and concrete tiles, natural slate and lead flashings.
Older buildings in small places like Buttsole 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. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Buttsole (CT13, CT14)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a roof survey looks like in Buttsole
Buttsole is within about 5 miles of the coast, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, while driving rain finds any gap. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Take a building like Eastry Church of England Primary School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. Trees in and around Ham Fen shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. Goodnestone Park lies about 3.5 miles west, so building around Buttsole goes back a long way. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs.
Buttsole is about 4 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Whether the building in Buttsole is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Kent coverage includes Buttsole. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across CT13 and CT14 for roof surveys. If you need a roof survey at a property on Mill Lane, Liss Road and High Street or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Eastry (1 mile north), Ham (1 mile east), Statenborough (1 mile north-east), Marley (2 miles east) and Felderland (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (10 miles west), Margate (10 miles north), Dover (7 miles south), Folkestone (12 miles south-west), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Around Buttsole
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Sandwich Technology School, Ham Fen and The Five Bells pub. The nearest railway station is Sandwich station, about 2.5 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include The Precinct Toy Collection (2.8 miles north-east) and Sandown Castle (4.1 miles east). For a walk, there is Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. The photos show what we found and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Each report gives a record to compare against.
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit usually takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a small place like Buttsole, access is usually the main thing to plan. 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.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Book a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
Why get it checked now?
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. An overflow there sends water indoors. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. In a small place like Buttsole, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Buttsole
- Surveys seven days a week
- An independent look at the roof
- Package prices that include VAT
- 5,000+ surveys completed
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
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FAQs for Buttsole
How do I find out if my home in Buttsole is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Will you come out to Buttsole?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
What does a roof survey include?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Buttsole
Landlords, agents and building managers in Buttsole and across Kent can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
DIY checks: what’s safe
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.