Kent · London and the South East
Roof survey in Gushmere, Kent
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Gushmere. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
Roof by roof
Natural slate
Slate is common on older homes in London and the South East. Where several slates have slipped, the cause is often nail fatigue, and we say how widespread it looks.
Chimney stacks
Damp on a chimney breast inside often starts with the stack outside. We look for the likely route in.
About our roof survey in Gushmere
Across London and the South East, roofs differ widely. If your home is a Victorian terrace, it may have Welsh slate, a butterfly roof and parapet gutters, and many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles instead. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Every part gets the attention it needs. We survey flat roofs, natural slate and clay and concrete tiles, and common reasons people get in touch are debris building up in roof valleys and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists.
In a village or hamlet like Gushmere, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Gushmere (ME13)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Gushmere
Other services in Gushmere
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
Keep the report with your property records. It is a useful baseline for future surveys, and it can help when you sell.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Compare each report with the last.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Somewhere as small as Gushmere, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
Without a survey, you are guessing at what the roof needs. That can lead to the wrong work being done, or miss the fault that matters. We tell you what’s really needed. Older cottages and farmhouses around Gushmere 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.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys seven days a week
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
What a roof survey looks like in Gushmere
Gushmere lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Trees in and around Mount Ephraim Gardens shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. For landlords with property near Selling station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Gushmere is about 3 miles south-east of Faversham, in Kent. Whether the building in Gushmere is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Kent coverage includes Gushmere and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Surveys in ME13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Selling Road and Vicarage Lane, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Crouch (1 mile north-east), Selling (1 mile south), Neames Forstal (1 mile south-east), South Street (1 mile east) and Hogben's Hill (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (10 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north-west), Whitstable (7 miles north-east), Faversham (3 miles north-west) and Herne Bay (11 miles north-east).
Around Gushmere
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Sondes Arms and Mount Ephraim Gardens, among other places. Gushmere’s nearest station is Selling station, roughly 0.6 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Tower keep castle at Chilham (2.9 miles south-east). Not far away are Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Gushmere questions
Is my home in Gushmere listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about 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.
I let a flat near Selling station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
When will the report arrive?
It depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It is emailed to you.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when you book.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
What do you check on a roof survey?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
Prices for roof surveys in Gushmere
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The roof’s overall size
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What to tell us when you contact us
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The address and postcode of the property
- What kind of property and roof it is
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
What we cannot see
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- The roof space