Kent · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Coursehorn
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Coursehorn from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in.
About our roof survey in Coursehorn
We survey roofs in Coursehorn and across London and the South East. We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and bring 20+ years’ experience. You get a written report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. Whether it’s 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 the roof space, chimney stacks and clay and concrete tiles, and people most often book us about blocked, sagging or leaking gutters and worn lead at chimneys and abutments.
Somewhere as small as Coursehorn, homes are frequently 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. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Coursehorn (TN17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a roof survey in Coursehorn?
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, battens and pegs can rot, letting tiles move.
Look out for signs like these:
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
If you live near a park like Crane Valley, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
What to check before booking
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Will the report include photos?
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
The survey, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a report with photos. On timing, most surveys take an hour or two for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. For a village or hamlet like Coursehorn, the journey is planned in advance: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Book a survey
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Why get it checked now?
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and wet timber starts to decay. Finding it early keeps the work smaller. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Coursehorn, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
What you get with us
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- A report with photos
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Coursehorn
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Coursehorn and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Your questions about roof surveys in Coursehorn
Is Coursehorn within the area you cover?
Yes. Coursehorn is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Is my home in Coursehorn listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do you go up on 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.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when you book.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Also near Coursehorn
What else we do in Coursehorn
Roof surveys in Coursehorn: local notes
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your 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, so the council is the place to ask.
If you look after a building like Cranbrook School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Dunstan, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Coursehorn is about 12 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. We survey roofs in Coursehorn and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Kent coverage includes Coursehorn and the places around it. Maidstone is in our area too.
Roof surveys in TN17 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you are just outside Coursehorn, we cover Baker's Cross (1 mile west), Cranbrook (1 mile west), Swattenden (1 mile south-west), Hartley (2 miles south-west) and Benenden (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (12 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles west), Tonbridge (14 miles north-west), Kings Hill (14 miles north-west) and Foley Park (13 miles north).
Local landmarks in Coursehorn
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to White Horse pub, Cranbrook Church of England Primary School and Crane Valley and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include Sissinghurst Castle (1.7 miles north-east) and Sissinghurst Castle (1.7 miles north-east).
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How big the roof is
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.