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Roof survey in Coombe, Kent
Independent roof surveys in Coombe. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay plain and peg tiles
Older homes in the Weald and across the South East often have clay plain tiles, and some have Kent peg tiles held by pegs. When pegs or battens rot, tiles slip, leaving gaps along the courses.
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead flashings seal chimneys, walls and abutments. Lifted, split or slipped lead is recorded, and for flashings replaced with mortar or bitumen.
How a roof survey works in Coombe
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, yet nails, battens and underlay often fail first. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. Common reasons to book are flashings that have come away from the wall and torn or sagging underlay, on ridges, hips and valleys, flat roofs and clay and concrete tiles.
Somewhere as small as Coombe, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Coombe (CT3, CT13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Coombe
Other services in Coombe
Roof surveys in Coombe: local notes
Coombe lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Nicholas, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Historic houses like Goodnestone Park, about 3.5 miles south-west, show how far back building around Coombe goes. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done. Anyone responsible for a site like Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Coombe is about 6 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Coombe gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
We survey roofs across the CT3 and CT13 postcode area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Coombe Lane, Saunders Lane and Langdon Avenue or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Coombe: Flemings (1 mile south-west), Ash (1 mile north-west), Weddington (1 mile north), Guilton (1 mile west) and Hammill Park (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (9 miles west), Margate (8 miles north-east), Dover (9 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south-west), Ramsgate (7 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
Near you in Coombe
We work in homes and buildings around The Chequer Inn and Sandwich Technology School and the streets around them. Coombe’s nearest station is Sandwich station, about 2.1 miles east of the centre. A little further out are White Mill (1.6 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Keep the report with your property records
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Include dormers, porches and garages as you book
Your report arrives by email, with photos of what we found. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Each finding is set out in plain English, with recommendations.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
What affects the price in Coombe
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- How big the roof is
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The property’s address and postcode
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Coombe: your questions answered
Is the coastal weather around Coombe 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.
How do I find out if my home in Coombe is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
What does a roof survey include?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, along with the loft where it’s safe. You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Will you climb onto the roof?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and Premium includes a drone where it applies.
How long does a roof survey take?
On site, it normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes about one to two hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a small place like Coombe, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
How to book
For a price for roof surveys in Coombe, ring 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
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What this survey cannot tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Coombe
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
Checking the roof from the ground
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
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.