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Littlestone-on-Sea Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Littlestone-on-Sea, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
About our roof survey in Littlestone-on-Sea
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. We check the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, along with the loft where it is safe to get in. You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. We are often asked to look into ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and leaning or weathered chimney stacks, across the roof space, ridges, hips and valleys and lead flashings.
In a village or hamlet like Littlestone-on-Sea, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it is normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Where
- Littlestone-on-Sea (TN28)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a roof survey doesn’t cover
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- A full building survey of the property
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
What a roof survey looks like in Littlestone-on-Sea
Littlestone-on-Sea is within about 1 mile of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Nicholas, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Anyone responsible for a site like The Marsh Academy will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Littlestone-on-Sea is about 8 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. Littlestone-on-Sea gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. Across Kent, we cover Littlestone-on-Sea and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
We work across the TN28 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Blenheim Road, St Nicholas Road and St Andrew's Road, and we cover them all. With the B2071 close by, Littlestone-on-Sea is easy for us to reach for roof surveys. We also cover the places around Littlestone-on-Sea: Greatstone-on-Sea (1 mile south), New Romney (1 mile west), St Mary's Bay (2 miles north), St Mary in the Marsh (2 miles north-west) and Lydd-on-Sea (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (12 miles north), Folkestone (11 miles north-east), Hythe (8 miles north-east), Hawkinge (12 miles north-east), Tenterden (13 miles north-west) and Cheriton (11 miles north-east).
Around Littlestone-on-Sea
We work in homes and buildings around St Nicholas Church of England Primary Academy, Captain Howey Hotel and Romney Warren Country Park. Other landmarks nearby include Lydd Town Museum (3.5 miles south-west) and Romney 'castle' (3 miles west). For a walk, there is Burnthouse Pen and Dungeness National.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords and letting agents in Littlestone-on-Sea book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
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 around your tenants.
Towns and villages near Littlestone-on-Sea
Also in Littlestone-on-Sea
Littlestone-on-Sea questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Littlestone-on-Sea?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover smaller places like Littlestone-on-Sea?
Yes, Littlestone-on-Sea is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you look in the roof space?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
What do you check on a roof survey?
All the main parts of the roof: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Somewhere like Littlestone-on-Sea needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- 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.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Roof by roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Cracks in a lead valley can send water into the roof.
Flat roof coverings
A felt roof often 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.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
When to book a survey in Littlestone-on-Sea
Flashings seal the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. Lead can crack, lift or slip with age, and mortar fillets crack away from the wall. Missing lead isn’t unusual either, as thieves target it.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
Trees in and around Romney Warren Country Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their insurance cover
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What happens after the report arrives