Kent · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Kearsney
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Kearsney, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Kearsney
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Slate often lasts a century or more, and tiles commonly half a century, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. We survey lead flashings, clay and concrete tiles and flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are loose ridge or hip tiles and condensation or damp timbers in the loft.
In a smaller place like Kearsney, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes frequently need the most attention. The fixings under an older roof frequently fail before good slates or tiles do.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Kearsney (CT16, CT17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Kearsney
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Kearsney, so there is 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. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
If you look after a building such as Temple Ewell Church of England Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter and St Paul, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Landlords with a home close to Kearsney station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Kearsney is about 1 mile north-west of Dover, in Kent. Anywhere in Kearsney, we can come and survey your property. Our Kent coverage includes Kearsney and the places around it. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: CT16 and CT17. We offer roof surveys to properties on Park Road, Lower Road and The Avenue and the roads around them. Other places close to Kearsney include Temple Ewell (1 mile north), River (1 mile south-east), Whitfield (1 mile north-east), Wolverton (1 mile west) and Dover (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (12 miles north-west), Folkestone (6 miles south-west), Ramsgate (15 miles north-east), Deal (7 miles north-east), Hythe (10 miles south-west) and Walmer (7 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Kearsney
We work in homes and buildings around Royal Oak Cottage The Royal Oak Public House, Old Park Hill and Dover Christ Church Academy, among other places. Kearsney has its own railway station: Kearsney station. Other landmarks nearby include Crabble Corn Mill (0.7 miles south-east) and Dover Castle (2.7 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Dover Western Heights.
Kearsney questions
Do you cover smaller places like Kearsney?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Kearsney?
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. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
How long does the visit take?
The visit typically takes an hour or two for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. We will give you an idea of timing as you book.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- A full building survey of the property
- A structural engineer’s report
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles are common on older South East homes. When pegs or battens rot, tiles slip, leaving gaps along the courses.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Concrete interlocking tiles are common on post-war and newer homes. They last well, but their surface erodes slowly.
How the survey works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Homes around Kearsney often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
Why get it checked now?
Leaks rarely show up right away. Damp spreads through insulation and timber before anything shows below. A survey can pick up the early signs from the loft. Around Kearsney, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, particularly where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Kearsney
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- 20+ years’ experience
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- 5,000+ surveys completed
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Roof area
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Every price we give includes VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
Booking your survey
We’ll usually ask about:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
More services for Kearsney
Landlords, agents and block managers in Kearsney
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.