Kent · London and the South East
Durrant Green Roof Survey
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Durrant Green. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
About our roof survey in Durrant Green
We survey roofs in Durrant Green and across London and South East England. 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. Houses, flats and commercial buildings all follow the same careful process. To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Common reasons to book are loose chimney pots and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone, across the roof space, flat roofs and clay and concrete tiles.
Older buildings in small places like Durrant Green may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Durrant Green (TN26)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but its nails often corrode first. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted, and for clips that show past repairs.
Chimney stacks
We look at the stack itself, and it is not a flue or gas safety check. We’ll tell you if the flue needs a specialist.
What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
Places near Durrant Green
Other services in Durrant Green
What we are asked to look at in Durrant Green
Flashings seal the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. Over time lead flashings split, lift or work loose, and mortar fillets crack away from the wall. Lead is also a target for theft.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Loose chimney pots
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Worn or blocked valleys
If you live in an older home near Church of St Michael, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Which limits apply to the survey
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Your questions about roof surveys in Durrant Green
Is Durrant Green within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I find out if my home in Durrant Green 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, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
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 as you book.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We do not 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.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
How soon is the report ready?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and Premium includes a drone where applicable.
What happens on the day
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Somewhere as small as Durrant Green, access is frequently the only tricky part. 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.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- 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.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Roof surveys around Durrant Green
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Homes near green spaces such as Wattle Wood can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. Take a building like St Michael's Church of England Primary School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Durrant Green is about 8 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. Bookings from Durrant Green are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Every address in TN26 is within our area for roof surveys. Local streets include Ashford Road and Biddenden Road. Other places close to Durrant Green include Stede Quarter (1 mile north-west), Woolpack Corner (2 miles west), Biddenden (3 miles north-west), Curteis' Corner (3 miles north-west) and Standen (3 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (14 miles north-west), Ashford (8 miles east), Foley Park (14 miles north-west), Paddock Wood (14 miles west), Bearsted (13 miles north-west) and Park Wood (11 miles north-west).
What’s near Durrant Green
Around Durrant Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Homewood School and Wattle Wood and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Pluckley station, roughly 4.5 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Tenterden and District Museum (2.2 miles south) and Benenden Hospital (3.4 miles west).
How we price roof surveys
To price your survey, we check:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- How big the roof is
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.