Kent · London and the South East
Haine Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Haine and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
About our roof survey in Haine
The report is written for you, in plain language. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and we rank them by urgency where that helps. With the Standard Survey you also get moisture detection and a structural check. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where applicable and a same-day report. Reports are sent by email. Typical surveys look at flashings that have come away from the wall and cracked mortar along the ridge, on clay and concrete tiles, lead flashings and ridges, hips and valleys.
Some older homes in villages like Haine are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Haine (CT12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Haine
Do you cover smaller places like Haine?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Can a landlord with a rental near Ramsgate station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. We flag materials that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. High wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
How quickly will I get the report?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photos.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as an exact number, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
The survey, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a small place like Haine, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Before the survey
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Getting a price
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
Before you put a home on the market, it’s useful to know the roof’s condition. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them. Around Haine, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Other services in Haine
Roof by roof
Natural slate
Many Victorian and Edwardian houses have slate roofs. Where several slates have slipped, the cause is often nail fatigue, and we say how widespread it looks.
Concrete interlocking tiles
On low-pitched roofs, the laps and fixings of interlocking tiles matter. We look for lifted, cracked or slipped tiles.
Haine homes and their roofs
Haine lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
For landlords with property near Ramsgate station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. Take an older house close to St Christopher's Church: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Anyone responsible for a site like Dame Janet Primary Academy will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Haine is about 2 miles north-west of Ramsgate, in Kent. We survey roofs in Haine and the rest of Kent. Across Kent, we cover Haine. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: CT12. Local streets include Hawthorn Grange and Haine Road. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Newington (1 mile south-east), Westwood (1 mile north), Manston (1 mile south-west), Flete (1 mile north-west) and Chilton (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (14 miles west), Dover (15 miles south), Whitstable (15 miles west), Deal (10 miles south), Herne Bay (11 miles west) and Walmer (10 miles south).
What’s near Haine
We work in homes and buildings around The Royal Harbour Academy, among other places. The nearest railway station is Ramsgate station, roughly 1.2 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Westwood Cross (0.5 miles north-east) and Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum (1.6 miles west). Open spaces near Haine include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Haine
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
Can I check my roof myself?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- House, block, shop or office
- The size of the roof
- Height and safe access
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.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. It is useful to include:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.