Kent · London and the South East
Roof survey in Horden, Kent
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Horden and across Kent.
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Horden
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Homes near green spaces like The Gill can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If you let a flat or house near Marden station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Horden is about 6 miles south-east of Paddock Wood, in Kent. Bookings from Horden are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our Kent coverage includes Horden and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
All of TN17 and TN12 is within our area for roof surveys. We offer roof surveys to properties on Hill Top and Husheath Hill. Close by, we survey roofs in Colliers Green (1 mile south), Flishinghurst (2 miles south), Marden Thorn (2 miles north), Knox Bridge (2 miles east) and Cranbrook Common (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (9 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles west), Tonbridge (11 miles north-west), Kings Hill (10 miles north-west), Foley Park (10 miles north) and Paddock Wood (6 miles north-west).
Near you in Horden
In Horden, that means homes and buildings near The Gill, among other places. The nearest railway station is Marden station, roughly 2.9 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Sissinghurst Castle (3.6 miles east) and Brattle Farm Museum (2 miles north-east).
How a roof survey works in Horden
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common. They’re included alongside the main roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. A flat roof normally wears out sooner than a pitched one. Felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. We survey ridges, hips and valleys, chimney stacks and clay and concrete tiles, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps in the roof where coverings have gone and loose ridge or hip tiles.
In a village or hamlet like Horden, 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.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Horden (TN17, TN12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In a small place like Horden, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We check the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there’s safe access.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets in another room
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
How to book
For a price for roof surveys in Horden, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
Horden: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Horden?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Horden within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
What does a roof survey include?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain doesn’t normally stop a survey. Strong wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions are not right we will arrange another day with you.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We do not give a number of years. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
How long does the visit take?
On site, it normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Report times depend on the package.
How soon is the report ready?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photos.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings and valleys
Most leaks begin at a joint rather than the middle of a slope. They get particular attention in every survey.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. Lifted or cracked tiles are noted.
What this survey cannot tell you
It’s useful to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- A full building survey of the property
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Horden
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Natural slate
Nearby places to Horden
Also in Horden
What we’re asked to look at in Horden
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. On slate roofs, corroded nails let slates slip, which is known as ‘nail fatigue’. On tiled roofs, the battens or pegs may be what’s gone.
Common reasons to book include:
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
Take a building like Colliers Green Church of England Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
DIY checks: what’s safe
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.