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Hillborough Roof Survey
Wondering about the roof at a property in Hillborough? You can book a roof survey in Hillborough and across Kent.
- Loose chimney pots
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
Landlord and commercial surveys in Hillborough
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Roof survey in Hillborough: what you get
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. We look at the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, and the roof space where there’s safe access. You get a written report with photos and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. We are often asked to look into flashings that have come away from the wall and slates or tiles that have slipped or broken, on flat roofs, the roof space and natural slate.
In a smaller place like Hillborough, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Place
- Hillborough (CT6)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. Lifted or cracked tiles are noted, especially at the verges and ridge.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Older homes in the Weald and across the South East frequently have clay plain tiles, and some have Kent peg tiles held by pegs. Rotten pegs and battens let tiles move, leaving gaps along the courses.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Your questions about roof surveys in Hillborough
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Herne Bay station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Hillborough?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you as you book.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Report times depend on the package.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
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.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, we can. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
Useful tips for Hillborough property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Mention any damp patches as you book
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Stay off ladders and the roof
We email the report to you. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Findings are explained in plain words, with recommendations.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. The survey usually takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Hillborough, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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Signs you need a roof survey in Hillborough
Wherever a roof meets a wall, a chimney or another roof, a flashing keeps water out. Lead can crack, lift or slip with age, and mortar fillets crack. Missing lead is not unusual either, as thieves target it.
People usually book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Loose chimney pots
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
What to check before booking
- Are they insured for the work?
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What exactly goes into their report
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Hillborough homes and their roofs
Hillborough lies within about 1 mile of the sea, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while driving rain finds any gap. If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
If you live near a park like Bishopstone Cliffs, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Reculver Church of England Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Hillborough is about 2 miles east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Wherever you are in Hillborough, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Kent, we cover Hillborough and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
All of CT6 is covered for roof surveys. If you need a roof survey at a property on Manor Road, Puffin Road and Neville Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. You will find Hillborough on the A299, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover Hawthorn (1 mile south-east), Bishopstone (1 mile north), Beltinge (1 mile north-west), Broomfield (1 mile south-west) and Highstead (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (7 miles south-west), Margate (9 miles east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (11 miles east), Whitstable (6 miles west) and Deal (14 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Hillborough
Around Hillborough, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Bishopstone Cliffs and The Huntsman And Horn Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Herne Bay station, roughly 2.2 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (5.2 miles west). Not far away are West Blean and Thornden Woods.