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Roof survey in Eythorne, Kent
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out roof surveys in Eythorne, with photos and a clear written report.
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Eythorne
Everything we check, we check safely: from the ground, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it’s safe. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where it applies, which helps with tall or steep roofs. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. Common reasons to book are water stains on rafters and ceiling joists and ridge tiles that have lifted or moved, on natural slate, the roof space and chimney stacks.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Eythorne (CT15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Eythorne
The wider area around Eythorne has a long history of building, with Goodnestone Park about 3.6 miles north-west. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you let a flat or house near Shepherds Well station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter and St Paul, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Anyone responsible for a site like Eythorne Elvington Community Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Eythorne is about 4 miles north of Dover, in Kent. Roofs in Eythorne get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Eythorne is one of the places in Kent where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Here we cover the CT15 postcode area for roof surveys. We cover properties on The Street, Sandwich Road and New Road and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Waldershare (1 mile south-west), Sibertswold (2 miles south-west), Coldred (2 miles south-west), Halfway Street (2 miles south-west) and Lydden (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (10 miles north-west), Margate (14 miles north), Dover (4 miles south), Folkestone (9 miles south-west), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (13 miles north-east).
Around Eythorne
Around Eythorne, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The White Horse pub, among other places. The closest station to Eythorne is Shepherds Well station, about 1.8 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Dover Transport Museum (3.5 miles south) and Buckland Hospital (4.7 miles south).
Landlords, agents and block managers in Eythorne
Landlords, agents and building managers in Eythorne and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer.
Roof by roof
Clay plain and peg tiles
Handmade and machine-made clay tiles are long-lasting. Slipped, cracked and missing tiles are recorded.
Chimney stacks
We look at the stack itself, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. If a specialist is needed, we will say so.
Questions from Eythorne
Do you cover smaller places like Eythorne?
We do. 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 Eythorne is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How much does a roof survey cost in Eythorne?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are looked at from your side.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Check we can open the loft hatch
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Each report gives a record to compare against.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. An overflow there sends water indoors. We look at them before they cause trouble. Older cottages and farmhouses around Eythorne can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Eythorne
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Plain-English reports with photos
- 20+ years’ experience
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
How it works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes between one and two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Older roofs in small places like Eythorne can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Getting a price
For a price for roof surveys in Eythorne, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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When you need someone else
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Eythorne
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- The roof space