Kent · London and the South East
Roof survey in Folly Town, Kent
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Folly Town and the rest of Kent. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Standing water on a flat roof
Roof survey in Folly Town: what you get
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages often have flat roofs in felt, EPDM rubber, GRP or asphalt. We check them as well as the main pitched roof, including signs of standing water, splits and tired upstands. Flat roofs often need attention long before the main roof. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. We survey flat roofs, the roof space and clay and concrete tiles, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps in the roof where coverings have gone and cracked mortar along the ridge.
In a village or hamlet like Folly Town, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
After the visit, you get a written report with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Folly Town (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your 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 a roof survey looks like in Folly Town
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Take a building like Wye School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For landlords with property near Wye 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 Mary, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Folly Town is about 5 miles east of Ashford, in Kent. If you’re in Folly Town, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Folly Town is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover. There is also a page for Canterbury.
We cover every part of TN25 for roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Hastingleigh (1 mile east), Hassell Street (1 mile north), Brook (1 mile west), Brabourne (2 miles south) and Wye (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (5 miles west), Canterbury (9 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles east), Folkestone (10 miles south-east), Whitstable (13 miles north) and Faversham (11 miles north-west).
Around Folly Town
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Bowl Inn. The closest station to Folly Town is Wye station, about 2.7 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include William Harvey Hospital (3.6 miles south-west). Not far away are Hatch Park.
Folly Town questions
Will you come out to Folly Town?
Yes. Folly Town is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How do I find out if my home in Folly Town is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
How do I book a survey in Folly Town?
Simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details as you book.
Will you check the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
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 and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
File the report with your other home documents. It is a useful baseline for future surveys, and it can help when you sell.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Photograph anything new.
The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. The visit normally takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. In a small place like Folly Town, access is typically 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 with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint outside.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there is safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
It’s easier to plan roof work than to react to it. With a report, you can tackle the urgent jobs first and plan the rest, rather than waiting for something to fail. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
What you get with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Photos and a written report every time
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Visits on any day of the week
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Which survey package you book
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What we need to know
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- What made you get in touch
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
For a price for roof surveys in Folly Town, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Damp on a chimney breast inside frequently starts with the stack outside. We check the flashings and mortar for the cause.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Ridge and verge mortar on concrete tile roofs can crack and fall away. Loose ridges and gaps in the mortar are recorded, as wind can lift them.
Towns and villages near Folly Town
What else we do in Folly Town
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.