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Roof survey in Eastwood, Kent
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Eastwood, with photos and a written report.
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. The photos show what we found and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
Roof survey in Eastwood: what you get
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Slate often lasts a century or more, and tiles commonly half a century, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. If you’re worried about ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on lead flashings, clay and concrete tiles and flat roofs alike.
Older buildings in small places like Eastwood 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. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials like 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.
- Location
- Eastwood (ME17)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Eastwood
Some damage starts inside the roof space. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up in the loft, and the damp gets into timbers and insulation. It’s frequently mistaken for a leak, and it needs a different fix.
We are often asked to look at:
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Loose chimney pots
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
If you look after a building such as Ulcombe Church of England Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
The survey, step by step
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Older roofs in small places like Eastwood can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
What affects the price in Eastwood
To price your survey, we check:
- Roof area
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Building height and the viewpoints available
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The property’s address and postcode
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
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What a roof survey does not cover
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Eastwood
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
What a roof survey looks like in Eastwood
Historic houses like Leeds Castle, about 3.4 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Eastwood goes. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For landlords with property near Harrietsham station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Eastwood is about 7 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Wherever you are in Eastwood, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Every address in ME17 is within our area for roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Broadstone (1 mile south-east), Grafty Green (1 mile east), Ulcombe (1 mile north-west), Fairbourne Heath (1 mile north) and Liverton Street (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (7 miles north-west), Ashford (10 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north), Faversham (12 miles north-east), Kings Hill (12 miles north-west) and Davington (12 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Eastwood
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Provender Public House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Harrietsham station, about 2.8 miles north. Nearby you’ll also find The Dog Collar Museum (3.2 miles north-west) and Coldbridge Castle (1.6 miles east).
Common questions in Eastwood
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Eastwood?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
I let a flat near Harrietsham station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. We flag materials that could contain it, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain is usually fine; heavy rain and wind are different. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.
How soon is the report ready?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. It’s emailed to you.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, plus the roof space where there’s safe access. The report includes photos and recommendations.
Checking the roof from ground level
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.