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Roof survey in Lyminge, Kent
Roof surveys around Lyminge, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Lyminge
Everything we check, we check safely: from ground level, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it’s safe. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where it applies, which helps with tall or steep roofs. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Everything we see is photographed for the report. We survey the roof space, lead flashings and clay and concrete tiles, and people most often book us about leaking gutter joints and downpipes and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone.
Somewhere as small as Lyminge, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can safely be seen, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Lyminge (CT18)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof surveys around Lyminge
Lyminge is within about 4 miles of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Take a building like Lyminge Church of England Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Acrise Place lies about 2.1 miles east, so building around Lyminge goes back a long way. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs.
Lyminge is about 4 miles north of Hythe, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Lyminge can all book roof surveys. Across Kent, we cover Lyminge and the places around it. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Surveys in CT18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Church Road, Station Road and Silverlands Road or a nearby road, we can help. If you are just outside Lyminge, we cover Ottinge (1 mile north-east), Woodland (1 mile west), Skeete (1 mile west), Etchinghill (1 mile south) and Rhodes Minnis (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (10 miles west), Canterbury (10 miles north), Dover (9 miles east), Folkestone (5 miles south-east), Deal (15 miles north-east) and Hythe (4 miles south).
What’s near Lyminge
For rail, the closest station is Sandling station, roughly 2.8 miles south. A little further out are Saltwood Castle (3.3 miles south) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (2.5 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Tolsford Hill.
What a roof survey does not cover
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- A full building survey of the property
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Useful tips for Lyminge property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. You can ask us about anything that is not clear.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
The survey, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from the ground, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. For a village or hamlet like Lyminge, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
Your questions about roof surveys in Lyminge
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Lyminge, take more of a battering?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Sandling station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
How long does a roof survey take?
It normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
How much does a roof survey cost in Lyminge?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. Where we see something that needs a structural engineer, the report says so. We don’t provide structural calculations.
How soon is the report ready?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Planned work is less stressful than an emergency. With a report, you can tackle the urgent jobs first and plan the rest, rather than waiting for something to fail. For older village homes like those around Lyminge, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book with us
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Surveys seven days a week
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
For landlords and managing agents
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Common roof problems in Lyminge
Slates and tiles often outlast the fixings that hold them. On slate roofs, corroded nails let slates slip, which is known as ‘nail fatigue’. On tiled roofs, the battens or pegs may be what’s gone.
People normally book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
If you let a flat or house near Sandling station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- When you’ll get the report