Kent · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Kempe's Corner
Wondering about the roof at a property in Kempe's Corner? We carry out roof surveys in Kempe's Corner and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Loose chimney pots
Honest limits
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- A full building survey of the property
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
How a roof survey works in Kempe's Corner
Roofs vary a lot across London and the South East. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, and many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles instead. We adapt the survey to the roof in front of us. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. Typical surveys look at leaking gutter joints and downpipes and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists, across ridges, hips and valleys, the roof space and clay and concrete tiles.
In a small place like Kempe's Corner, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. 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. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Kempe's Corner (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Leave roof access to professionals
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
Common roof problems in Kempe's Corner
Some damage starts inside the roof space. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, wetting timbers and insulation. It can look like a leak, and it needs a different fix.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Standing water on a flat roof
Shop and office owners around County Square may find that a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
Questions to ask before you book
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Are they insured for the work?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
Also near Kempe's Corner
Also in Kempe's Corner
Questions from Kempe's Corner
I let a flat near Wye station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the building.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Kempe's Corner?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What does a roof survey include?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the loft space where there is safe access. The report includes photos and recommendations.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when booking.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
How it works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take between one and two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Cottages and farmhouses around Kempe's Corner frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- 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.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Roof surveys around Kempe's Corner
With Godinton House about 3.8 miles south-west, Kempe's Corner sits in an area with a long building history. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Landlords with a home close to Wye station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. The streets around a church like All Saints’ Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Kempe's Corner is about 4 miles north-east of Ashford, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Kempe's Corner can all book roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Canterbury is in our area too.
Here we cover the TN25 postcode area for roof surveys. We cover properties on Harville Road and Canterbury Road. We also cover the places around Kempe's Corner: Boughton Corner (1 mile north), Boughton Aluph (1 mile north), Wye (1 mile east), Brook (2 miles south-east) and Hinxhill (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Ashford (4 miles south-west), Canterbury (10 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-east), Whitstable (13 miles north-east) and Faversham (9 miles north).
Near you in Kempe's Corner
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Wye School, The Tickled Trout pub and Wye School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Wye station, about 0.8 miles east. Nearby you will also find County Square (3 miles south-west) and Tower keep castle at Chilham (4.6 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Hatch Park.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Kempe's Corner
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.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Prices for roof surveys in Kempe's Corner
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What to tell us when you contact us
There is no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What’s prompted the survey
- The property’s address and postcode
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.