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Roof Survey in Fairbourne Heath
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Fairbourne Heath, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
Roof survey in Fairbourne Heath
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. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where applicable and a same-day report. Each report is emailed to you. If you are worried about gutters that overflow in heavy rain and worn or blocked valleys, we can find out what’s behind it, on natural slate, the roof space and clay and concrete tiles alike.
In a small place like Fairbourne Heath, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. 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.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Location
- Fairbourne Heath (ME17)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from the ground
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What a survey costs
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The size of the roof
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
What we need to know
There is no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
How it works
Every roof is different; 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. For a village or hamlet like Fairbourne Heath, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- You let us know 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 ground level, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there’s safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Tell us where we can park nearby
How to book
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
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Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Useful tips for Fairbourne Heath property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Mention any damp patches when booking
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
File the report with your other home documents. It’s a useful baseline for future surveys, and it can help when you sell.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Compare each report with the last.
When to book a survey in Fairbourne Heath
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
Trees in and around Kiln Wood shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters.
What to check before booking
- Are they insured for the work?
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Your questions about roof surveys in Fairbourne Heath
Do you cover smaller places like Fairbourne Heath?
Yes, Fairbourne Heath is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Harrietsham station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
We don’t give a number of years. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
How much does a roof survey cost in Fairbourne Heath?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package.
When will the report arrive?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photographs.
How long does a roof survey take?
The visit typically takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. We’ll confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
What a roof survey looks like in Fairbourne Heath
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Historic houses such as Leeds Castle, about 2.3 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Fairbourne Heath goes. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take an older house close to All Saints Church: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. For landlords with property near Harrietsham station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Fairbourne Heath is about 7 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Fairbourne Heath is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Kent, we cover Fairbourne Heath and the places around it. Maidstone is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: ME17. That includes homes and businesses on Lenham Road and Windmill Hill. Other places close to Fairbourne Heath include Liverton Street (1 mile east), Ulcombe (1 mile south-west), Platt's Heath (1 mile east), Pollhill (1 mile north) and Grafty Green (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (7 miles north-west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north), Faversham (12 miles north-east), Minster (15 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (12 miles west).
Near you in Fairbourne Heath
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Lenham School and Kiln Wood, among other places. The nearest railway station is Harrietsham station, roughly 1.6 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Coldbridge Castle (2.2 miles south-east) and The Dog Collar Museum (2.2 miles north-west).