Kent · London and the South East
Roof survey in Heart's Delight, Kent
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Heart's Delight from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
Roof survey in Heart's Delight: what you get
There are three levels of survey: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. The higher packages add more checks, with moisture detection and a structural check, and on Premium, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable. Each one comes with a written report. We survey chimney stacks, flat roofs and clay and concrete tiles, and the problems we are asked to look at most are debris building up in roof valleys and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles.
In a village or hamlet like Heart's Delight, 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 frequently need the most attention.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Location
- Heart's Delight (ME10, ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Heart's Delight
Do you cover smaller places like Heart's Delight?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Heart's Delight, take more of a battering?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Heart's Delight is within about 4 miles of the coast.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Heart's Delight?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
We don’t put a figure on it, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
When will the report arrive?
That depends on which survey you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We send it by email.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead-lined valleys and gutters are common on older homes. Worn or split lead lets water straight in.
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. We also look at the edges, upstands and outlets.
Nearby places to Heart's Delight
Other services in Heart's Delight
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Heart's Delight
Heart's Delight is within about 4 miles of the coast, where wind off 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. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Peter and St Paul, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Living close to Cromers Wood is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Heart's Delight is about 1 mile south-west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Wherever you are in Heart's Delight, we can carry out roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
We work across ME10 and ME9 for roof surveys. Local streets include The Street, Borden Lane and Coppins Lane, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Borden (1 mile north-west), Tunstall (1 mile south-east), Sittingbourne (1 mile north-east), Highsted (2 miles south-east) and Rodmersham Green (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (9 miles south-west), Ashford (15 miles south-east), Whitstable (14 miles east), Faversham (8 miles east), Minster (7 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (14 miles west).
Landmarks near Heart's Delight
We work in homes and buildings around Westlands School and Cromers Wood. For rail, the closest station is Sittingbourne station, roughly 1.4 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Bayford Court (1.7 miles north-east) and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (1.5 miles north-east).
How it works
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey typically takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a small place like Heart's Delight, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- 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.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Arrange a survey
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
Advice
What affects the cost of roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- House, block, shop or office
- Which survey package you book
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
When to book a survey in Heart's Delight
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and rain finds any gap it can. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
If you let a flat or house near Sittingbourne station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Before booking anyone
- Are they insured for the work?
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?