Medway · London and the South East
Roof survey in Higham, Medway
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a roof survey in Higham and across Medway.
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Keep the report with your property records
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, while Premium includes a consultation in person. It’s a chance to ask questions about anything in the report.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Photograph anything new.
Roof survey in Higham: what you get
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. Some older homes have clay tiles, and many have a flat-roofed extension as well. Every part gets the attention it needs. We’re often asked to look into worn lead at chimneys and abutments and ridge tiles that have lifted or moved, across lead flashings, ridges, hips and valleys and chimney stacks.
In a small place like Higham, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Higham (ME3, DA12)
- Region
- Medway
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Other services in Higham
Higham homes and their roofs
Higham is within about 4 miles of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. About 2.3 miles south-east lies Temple Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Higham has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
For landlords with property near Higham station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St John, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Shop and office owners around Pentagon Shopping Centre may find that a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
Higham is about 2 miles north-west of Rochester, in Medway. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Higham can all book roof surveys. Our Medway coverage includes Higham. Maidstone is in our area too.
Every address in ME3 and DA12 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Villa Road, Darby Gardens and Ash Crescent or a nearby road, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Gadshill (1 mile south), Lower Higham (1 mile north), Shorne (1 mile west), Shorne Ridgeway (1 mile south-west) and Mockbeggar (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Gillingham (6 miles south-east), Chatham (5 miles south-east), Rainham (8 miles south-east), Luton (5 miles south-east), Park Wood (8 miles south-east) and Lordswood (7 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Higham
In Higham, that means homes and buildings near Rede Common, Sir John Falstaff Public House and Strood Academy. For rail, the closest station is Higham station, about 0.9 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Rochester Castle (2.6 miles south-east) and French Hospital (2.8 miles south-east). Not far away are Gad's Hill and Rede Common.
The survey, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit normally takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Older roofs in small places like Higham can have low, tight loft 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’s safe.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there’s safe access.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
How to book
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Your questions about roof surveys in Higham
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Higham station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the building.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Higham?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, we can. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Higham?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
What affects the price in Higham
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- House, block, shop or office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- What made you get in touch
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords and letting agents in Higham book surveys as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
What a roof survey does not cover
It helps to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- An exact number of years the roof has left
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Higham
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Roof by roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. Lifted or cracked tiles are noted, particularly at the verges and ridge.
Chimney stacks
Damp on a chimney breast inside often starts with the stack outside. We check the flashings and mortar for the cause.