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Roof survey in Coldharbour, Kent
Independent roof surveys in Coldharbour. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Standing water on a flat roof
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Coldharbour
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it’s safe to get in. You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. We survey flat roofs, lead flashings and natural slate, and people most frequently book us about lifted, split or missing lead flashings and cracked or blistered flat roof coverings.
In a small place like Coldharbour, 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.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Coldharbour (TN11)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Which survey package you book
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What to let us know when you get in touch
These details help when you contact us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What made you get in touch
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Anything about access we should know
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Towns and villages near Coldharbour
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How the survey changes by roof type
Natural slate
Slate is one of the most durable roof coverings, yet the nails holding it frequently fail long before the slate. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted, and for clips that show past repairs.
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual inspection of the stack, and it is not a flue or gas safety check. If a specialist is needed, we will say so.
Coldharbour: your questions answered
Is my home in Coldharbour listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Will you come out to Coldharbour?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It does not include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t 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.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
We don’t put a figure on it, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
Coldharbour homes and their roofs
Historic houses such as Ightham Mote, about 2.2 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Coldharbour goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you own a rental within reach of Hildenborough station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Coldharbour is about 2 miles north of Tonbridge, in Kent. We survey roofs in Coldharbour and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Maidstone is in our area too.
All of TN11 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Coldharbour include Hildenborough (1 mile south-west), Hilden Park (1 mile south), Watt's Cross (1 mile west), Budds (1 mile north) and Stocks Green (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (12 miles east), Dartford (15 miles north), Sevenoaks (5 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (6 miles south), Gravesend (15 miles north) and Northfleet (15 miles north).
What’s near Coldharbour
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Hugh Christie Technology College and The Flying Dutchman Public House and the streets around them. The closest station to Coldharbour is Hildenborough station, about 1.6 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Tonbridge Castle (2.2 miles south) and The Milne Museum (2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve and Barden Lake.
Common roof problems in Coldharbour
Flashings seal the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. Lead can crack, lift or slip with age, and mortar fillets crack away from the wall. Missing lead is not unusual either, as thieves target it.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
Take an older house close to Parish Church of St John: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Before you book anyone
- Their insurance cover
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Their report turnaround times
Landlord and commercial surveys in Coldharbour
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Keep the report with your property records
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Mention any damp patches when booking
Keep the report with your property records. It gives you something to compare against later, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Leave the clearing to a professional. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. In a hamlet or village like Coldharbour, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- 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
- Keep pets in another room
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.