Kent · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Leigh Green
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Leigh Green, with photos and a written report.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
How a roof survey works in Leigh Green
There is no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, others want a check before selling or after years without one. The approach is the same in each case: a careful look, then a clear written report. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. We survey chimney stacks, flat roofs and the roof space, and the problems we are asked to look at most are worn or blocked valleys and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles.
In a small place like Leigh Green, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. 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.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Leigh Green (TN30)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. You can ask us about anything that is not clear.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
Local roofs in Leigh Green
Smallhythe Place, about 1.9 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Leigh Green. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
For an older house near a landmark such as Parish Church of St Mildred, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. For landlords with property near Appledore (Kent) station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Leigh Green is about 8 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. Surveys in Leigh Green work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at whatever is safely visible, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Kent. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
We work across TN30 for roof surveys. We also cover Reading Street (2 miles south-east), Brook Street (2 miles east), Stone Corner (3 miles south), Woodchurch (3 miles east) and Brattle (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (8 miles north-east), Park Wood (14 miles north-west), Kennington (10 miles north-east), New Romney (11 miles south-east), Staplehurst (10 miles north-west) and Stanhope (8 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Leigh Green
In Leigh Green, that means homes and buildings near Turners Field and Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre. For rail, the closest station is Appledore (Kent) station, roughly 5 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Benenden Hospital (4.5 miles west) and Tenterden and District Museum (1.3 miles west).
How it works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Older rural homes like those around Leigh Green can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from every safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Before we arrive
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
What affects the cost of roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What to tell us when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
Also near Leigh Green
What else we do in Leigh Green
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Do you need a roof survey in Leigh Green?
Wherever a roof meets a wall, a chimney or another roof, a flashing keeps water out. Over time lead flashings split, lift or work loose, and mortar fillets crack. Missing lead is not unusual either, as thieves target it.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Loose chimney pots
Homes near green spaces such as Turners Field can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Landlord and commercial surveys in Leigh Green
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Leigh Green: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Leigh Green is listed?
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.
Do you cover smaller places like Leigh Green?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain is typically fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In high wind or heavy rain, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are looked at from your side.
How long does a roof survey take?
The visit usually takes between one and two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. We will give you an idea of timing as you book.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. We flag materials that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.