Medway · London and the South East
Roof survey in Kemsley Street, Medway
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Kemsley Street, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
What we do, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes between one and two hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. For a village or hamlet like Kemsley Street, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- 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.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Roof survey in Kemsley Street
The report is written for you, in plain language. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and where it is relevant we say what’s urgent and what can wait. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where applicable and a same-day report. Each report is emailed to you. If you are worried about worn or blocked valleys and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists, 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 written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Kemsley Street (ME7)
- Region
- Medway
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Roof surveys in Kemsley Street: local notes
Kemsley Street lies within about 4 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Take a building like Deanwood Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Trees in and around Levan Strice shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters.
Kemsley Street is about 3 miles south of Gillingham, in Medway. Kemsley Street gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Kemsley Street is one of the towns and villages in Medway we cover.
Roof surveys in ME7 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover Bredhurst (1 mile west), Scragged Oak (1 mile south), Dunn Street (1 mile south-west), Park Wood (1 mile north-east) and Lower Cox Street (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (3 miles north), Chatham (3 miles north-west), Rochester (6 miles north-west), Strood (6 miles north-west), Luton (3 miles north-west) and Twydall (3 miles north).
Around Kemsley Street
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Rainham School for Girls and Levan Strice and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Rainham (Kent) station, roughly 2.5 miles north-east. A little further out are KIMS hospital (3.5 miles south-west) and Allington Castle (4.3 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Burham Down and Detling Hill.
Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Mention any damp patches as you book
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Stay off ladders and the roof
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. The photos show what we found and where, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Leave the clearing to a professional. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
DIY checks: what’s safe
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Prices for roof surveys in Kemsley Street
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Roof area
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Roof by roof
Natural slate
Inside the roof space, we check what’s under the slates. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none.
Chimney stacks
Each chimney’s pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are checked. We note any lean or loose pots.
Kemsley Street: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Kemsley Street?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Kemsley Street?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it normally shows, and Kemsley Street is within about 4 miles of the coast.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It is not a structural engineer’s report and does not include calculations.
What happens if roof problems are left?
By the time water marks a ceiling, it is frequently been getting in for a while. Insulation, plaster and timber can all be damp before you see a stain. From inside the loft space, we can frequently spot it sooner. In a place like Kemsley Street, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Kemsley Street
- Prices that include VAT
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- A written report with photos
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)