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Roof survey in Egerton, Kent
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Egerton and across Kent.
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
How a roof survey works in Egerton
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Slate often lasts a century or more, and tiles commonly half a century, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. If you’ve noticed torn or sagging underlay and blocked, sagging or leaking gutters, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs, natural slate and chimney stacks alike.
In a small place like Egerton, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Egerton (TN27)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Also in Egerton
Roof surveys around Egerton
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 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, so check with the council. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Take an older house close to Church of St James: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. If you let a flat or house near Pluckley station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Egerton is about 7 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. We carry out roof surveys for homes and businesses in Egerton and nearby. Across Kent, we cover Egerton and the places around it. There is also a page for Maidstone.
We work across TN27 for roof surveys. If you need a roof survey at a property on The Street, Stevens Close and New Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Other places close to Egerton include Mundy Bois (1 mile south), Newland Green (1 mile south-west), Egerton Forstal (1 mile south-west), Pembles Cross (1 mile west) and Potter's Forstal (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (10 miles north-west), Ashford (7 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north), Faversham (11 miles north-east), Kings Hill (15 miles west) and Davington (11 miles north-east).
Around Egerton
The nearest railway station is Pluckley station, roughly 2.7 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Coldbridge Castle (1.5 miles west).
Leave it or get it looked at?
Many roofs go years without anyone looking at them closely. A survey sets a baseline, so you can compare it next time. Older and listed buildings around Egerton may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Visits on any day of the week
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What we are asked to look at in Egerton
Slates and tiles often outlast the fixings that hold them. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, battens and pegs can rot.
Look out for signs like these:
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
Take a building like Egerton Church of England Primary School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What exactly goes into their report
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Questions from Egerton
Is Egerton within the area you cover?
Yes, Egerton is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Egerton is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
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. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What do you check on a roof survey?
All the main parts of the roof: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In a small place like Egerton, 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.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Natural slate
From the loft, we check the underside of a slate roof. There may be old felt underlay, or none at all on very old roofs, and we note its condition.
Chimney stacks
We check the stack itself, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. We will tell you if the flue needs a specialist.
What affects the price in Egerton
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Which survey package you book
- The size of the roof
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Anything about access we should know
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.