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Roof survey in Lamberhurst, Kent
Roof surveys in Lamberhurst, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photos.
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Lamberhurst
There’s no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, while others just want to know where they stand. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: a careful look, then a clear written report. Visits run on weekdays and at weekends, so it’s easy to find a day that suits. We survey ridges, hips and valleys, natural slate and the roof space, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are worn lead at chimneys and abutments and leaning or weathered chimney stacks.
In a small place like Lamberhurst, many roofs stand in the open, 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. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Place
- Lamberhurst (TN3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
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 typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Somewhere as small as Lamberhurst, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber often lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30. We check its condition and the signs of age.
Chimney stacks
Damp on a chimney breast inside often starts with the stack outside. We look for the likely route in.
Roof surveys in Lamberhurst: local notes
About 0.9 miles south-east lies Scotney Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Lamberhurst has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. 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. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Landlords with a home close to Wadhurst station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Lamberhurst is about 6 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. We cover Lamberhurst and the rest of Kent. Lamberhurst is one of the places in Kent we cover for roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Here we cover the TN3 postcode area for roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on High Street, Church Road and Clivedon Court and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Lamberhurst Quarter (2 miles north-west), Key's Green (3 miles north-west), Petteridge (3 miles north), Brenchley (4 miles north) and Matfield (4 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (13 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (6 miles north-west), Tonbridge (8 miles north-west), Kings Hill (12 miles north) and Foley Park (14 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Lamberhurst
Typical jobs here are in homes near Horse And Groom Public House. For rail, the closest station is Wadhurst station, roughly 3.9 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Ticehurst House Hospital (3.5 miles south) and Old Scotney Castle (1 mile south-east). Open spaces near Lamberhurst include Bewl Water.
Prices for roof surveys in Lamberhurst
We confirm the price for your roof before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Roof area
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll usually ask about:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- What made you get in touch
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Lamberhurst: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lamberhurst?
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.
Will you come out to Lamberhurst?
Yes, Lamberhurst is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Will you check the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
Not as an exact number, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
How do I book a survey in Lamberhurst?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It is not a structural engineer’s report and doesn’t include calculations.
Can I check my roof myself?
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- File the report with your home documents
- Leave roof access to professionals
Your report arrives by email, with photographs of what we found. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Each finding is set out in plain English.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Each report gives a record to compare against.
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
- An exact number of years the roof has left
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Natural slate