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Roof survey in Curteis' Corner, Kent
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Curteis' Corner. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Worn or blocked valleys
What a roof survey looks like in Curteis' Corner
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Parish Church of All Saints, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as John Mayne Church of England Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Curteis' Corner is about 10 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. In Curteis' Corner, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across Kent. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of the TN27 postcode area for roof surveys. If you need a roof survey at a property on Headcorn Road, Smarden Road and Cot Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Standen (1 mile north-east), Biddenden (1 mile south-west), Lashenden (1 mile north), Stede Quarter (1 mile south-east) and Hareplain (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles north-west), Ashford (10 miles east), Kings Hill (15 miles north-west), Foley Park (12 miles north-west), Paddock Wood (12 miles west) and Tenterden (4 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Curteis' Corner
In Curteis' Corner, that means homes and buildings near The Red Lion Inn and the streets around them. Curteis' Corner’s nearest station is Headcorn station, roughly 2.9 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Sissinghurst Castle (3 miles west) and Benenden Hospital (3 miles south-west).
How a roof survey works in Curteis' Corner
Our report is written in plain English, not jargon. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and we rank them by urgency where that helps. With the Standard Survey you also get moisture detection and a structural check. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where applicable and a same-day report. Each report is emailed to you. Common reasons to book are lifted, split or missing lead flashings and worn or blocked valleys, on the roof space, lead flashings and clay and concrete tiles.
In a village or hamlet like Curteis' Corner, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few 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. On older roofs, it’s normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Curteis' Corner (TN27)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your 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
Honest limits
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
Common roof problems in Curteis' Corner
Not every roof problem comes from outside. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, and the damp gets into timbers and insulation. It’s often mistaken for a leak.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
Landlords with a home close to Headcorn station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Are they insured for the work?
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead flashings seal chimneys, walls and abutments. Lifted, split or slipped lead is recorded.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. We look for lifted, cracked or slipped tiles.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and damp timber slowly weakens. Catching it early means less to put right. Outbuildings and barns around Curteis' Corner are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book us in Curteis' Corner
- 20+ years’ experience
- PI and public liability insurance
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Plain-English reports with photos
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Somewhere as small as Curteis' Corner, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
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Curteis' Corner questions
Is my home in Curteis' Corner listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
I let a flat near Headcorn station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. Where we see something that needs a structural engineer, the report says so. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.