Kent · London and the South East
Foxendown Roof Survey
Roof surveys in Foxendown, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
Common roof problems in Foxendown
Wherever a roof meets a wall, a chimney or another roof, a flashing keeps water out. Lead can crack, lift or slip with age, and mortar fillets crack away from the wall. Missing lead is not unusual either, as thieves target it.
Common reasons to book include:
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
Landlords with a home close to Sole Street station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Before booking anyone
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Roof survey in Foxendown
Everything we check, we check safely: from ground level, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it is safe. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where applicable, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Everything we see is photographed for the report. If you’re worried about crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching and worn lead at chimneys and abutments, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on ridges, hips and valleys, the roof space and chimney stacks alike.
In a village or hamlet like Foxendown, 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 often old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Foxendown (DA13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Foxendown
Is Foxendown within the area you cover?
Yes. Foxendown is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Can a landlord with a rental near Sole Street station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need.
How long does a roof survey take?
On site, it normally takes between one and two hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Report times depend on the package.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain does not normally stop a survey. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we’ll arrange another day with you.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We do not put a figure on it, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we will say so.
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Include dormers, porches and garages as you book
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Check we can open the loft hatch
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. They’ll see each defect and its location, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
Also near Foxendown
What else we do in Foxendown
What a roof survey doesn’t cover
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What we check
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
What affects the cost of roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- What’s prompted the survey
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Local roofs in Foxendown
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Anyone responsible for a site like Meopham Community Academy will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. Historic houses such as Cobham College, about 1.8 miles north-east, show how far back building around Foxendown goes. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done.
Foxendown is about 4 miles south of Gravesend, in Kent. Surveys in Foxendown work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful look at what can be seen safely, photographs and a clear written report. Our area takes in places right across Kent. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
All of DA13 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Foxendown Lane and Brimstone Hill and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Meopham (1 mile north-west), Priestwood (1 mile south), Sole Street (1 mile north), Luddesdown (1 mile east) and Priestwood Green (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles south-east), Dartford (8 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (4 miles north), Tonbridge (12 miles south) and Northfleet (4 miles north).
Near you in Foxendown
Typical jobs here are in homes near Meopham School, The Railway Inn and Camer Park Country Park and the streets around them. Foxendown’s nearest station is Sole Street station, roughly 1 mile north. A little further out are Coldrum Long Barrow (3.3 miles south) and Gravesham Community Hospital (5.1 miles north). The countryside around Foxendown includes Gad's Hill and Ranscombe Farm.
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Water that gets into a stack can show as damp in the rooms below. We look for the likely route in.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Concrete interlocking tiles are common on post-war and newer homes. They last well, but their surface erodes slowly.
How the survey works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Around Foxendown, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Getting a price
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.