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Horton Kirby Roof Survey
Roof surveys around Horton Kirby, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
Why get it checked now?
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. An overflow there sends water indoors. We look at them before they cause trouble. Older cottages and farmhouses around Horton Kirby can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 including VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Horton Kirby
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Prices that include VAT
- Photos and a written report every time
- An independent view of the roof
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Roof survey in Horton Kirby: 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, along with the loft where it’s safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. If you’re worried about ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and standing water on a flat roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Horton Kirby (DA4)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Horton Kirby
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer.
Horton Kirby homes and their roofs
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. About 3.2 miles south-west lies Lullingstone Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Horton Kirby has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near The Parish Church of Saint Mary, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Anyone responsible for a site like Horton Kirby Church of England Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Shop and office owners around Bluewater may find that a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
Horton Kirby is about 4 miles south of Dartford, in Kent. Horton Kirby is one of many places we visit across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. Maidstone is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: DA4. We cover properties on The Street, Rashleigh Way and Churchill Road. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Farningham (1 mile south-west), Speed Gate (2 miles south-east), Eynsford (2 miles south-west), Fawkham Green (2 miles south-east) and Maplescombe (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (15 miles south-east), Dartford (4 miles north), Sevenoaks (8 miles south), Gravesend (6 miles north-east), Tonbridge (13 miles south) and Northfleet (5 miles north-east).
Near you in Horton Kirby
Around Horton Kirby, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Fighting Cocks pub. Horton Kirby’s nearest station is Farningham Road station, about 0.8 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Darenth Park Hospital (3 miles north) and Bluewater (3.5 miles north). The countryside around Horton Kirby includes Sawyers Lake and Wansunt Pit.
Questions from Horton Kirby
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Horton Kirby?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can a landlord with a rental near Farningham Road station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
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.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, along with the loft where it is safe. You get a written report with photographs and recommendations.
Is Horton Kirby in your area?
Yes. Horton Kirby is part of the area we cover, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when booking.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. Our report notes any materials that might, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Keep the report with your property records
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, particularly after autumn. Leave the clearing to a professional. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around Horton Kirby frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- 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
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
Advice
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
What affects the cost of roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Which survey package you book
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What to tell us when you contact us
What helps most when you contact us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The address and postcode of the property
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.