Kent · London and the South East
Roof survey in Lenham, Kent
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a roof survey in Lenham and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Standing water on a flat roof
What we can’t see
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Natural slate
About our roof survey in Lenham
Across London and the South East, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. 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. If you’re worried about leaking gutter joints and downpipes and ridge tiles that have lifted or moved, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a smaller place like Lenham, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Where
- Lenham (ME17)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Lenham
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How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Each chimney’s pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are looked at. Leaning stacks and loose pots are recorded.
Flat roof coverings
Some flat roofs have been coated over several times. We say what we can see and when a closer look would need opening up.
What happens if roof problems are left?
It is easier to plan roof work than to react to it. A survey lets you deal with things in order of urgency, rather than waiting for something to fail. Around Lenham, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, and that is a much bigger job than the original defect.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
What you get with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Package prices that include VAT
Checking the roof from ground level
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Common roof problems in Lenham
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Loose chimney pots
Landlords with a home close to Lenham station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What exactly goes into their report
- What happens after the report arrives
Lenham questions
Do you cover smaller places like Lenham?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
I let a flat near Lenham station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
Local roofs in Lenham
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
Homes near green spaces such as Kiln Wood can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. Historic houses like Leeds Castle, about 3.6 miles west, show how far back building around Lenham goes. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs.
Lenham is about 7 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Wherever you are in Lenham, we can carry out roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Roof surveys in ME17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include High Street, Mitchell Close and Hatch Road, and we cover them all. Other places close to Lenham include Leadingcross Green (1 mile south), Woodside Green (1 mile north-east), West Street (1 mile north-east), Lenham Forstal (2 miles south-east) and Lenham Heath (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (8 miles west), Ashford (9 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north), Faversham (9 miles north-east), Minster (13 miles north) and Kings Hill (13 miles west).
Landmarks near Lenham
We work in homes and buildings around Kiln Wood, The Red Lion pub and The Lenham School. Lenham has its own railway station: Lenham station. Well-known places in the area include Coldbridge Castle (2.7 miles south) and The Dog Collar Museum (3.6 miles west).
The survey, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey normally takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a smaller place like Lenham, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can frequently be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it is safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.