Kent · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Heaverham
We carry out roof surveys in Heaverham and the rest of Kent. We survey seven days a week.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
Roof survey in Heaverham: what you get
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. Common reasons to book are valley linings that have cracked or split and crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching, on flat roofs, clay and concrete tiles and the roof space.
Older buildings in small places like Heaverham may be 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. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Heaverham (TN15)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof surveys in Heaverham: local notes
Historic houses such as Ightham Mote, about 3.3 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Heaverham goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Homes near green spaces like Kemsing Down can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Kemsing Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Heaverham is about 3 miles north-east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Bookings from Heaverham are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Heaverham is one of the places in Kent we cover for roof surveys. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Surveys in TN15 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Other places close to Heaverham include Cotman's Ash (1 mile north-west), Woodlands (1 mile north), Kemsing (2 miles west), Knatts Valley (2 miles north) and Romney Street (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (12 miles east), Dartford (10 miles north), Sevenoaks (3 miles south-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles south), Gravesend (10 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (7 miles south).
Local landmarks in Heaverham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Wrotham School, The Chequers Public House and Kemsing Down, among other places. The nearest railway station is Kemsing station, roughly 0.6 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Otford Heritage Centre (2.5 miles west) and Kemsing Castle Bank (1 mile west). The countryside around Heaverham includes Dryhill Nature Reserve.
Checking the roof from ground level
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. The photos show what we found and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Every so often, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Take photos of anything that changes.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
What we need to know
There is no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Anything about access we should know
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older roofs in small places like Heaverham can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Honest limits
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
Roof by roof
Clay plain and peg tiles
Handmade and machine-made clay tiles are long-lasting. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. We look for lifted, cracked or slipped tiles.
Heaverham questions
How do I find out if my home in Heaverham is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Heaverham?
Yes, Heaverham is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How much does a roof survey cost in Heaverham?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
Not as a figure. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, with recommendations ranked by urgency.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
What does a roof survey include?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it’s safe. The report includes photos and recommendations.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.