Kent · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Matfield
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Matfield. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Loose chimney pots
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Matfield
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. 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. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it’s relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. If you’ve noticed loose ridge or hip tiles and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles, we can find out what’s behind it.
Older buildings in small places like Matfield may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Matfield (TN12)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- An exact number of years the roof has left
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
Different roofs, different checks
Concrete interlocking tiles
On low-pitched roofs, the laps and fixings of interlocking tiles matter. Lifted or cracked tiles are noted, particularly at the verges and ridge.
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.
The survey, step by step
The visit has one job: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It normally takes an hour or two at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Older roofs in small places like Matfield can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- You tell us about the property and any concerns.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point, inside and out.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Find any records of previous roof work
Getting a price
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know the cost up front. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Why act early in Matfield
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. When they do, water comes straight into the house. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. Older and listed buildings around Matfield may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Why us?
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
What affects the price in Matfield
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Every price we give includes VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before you book.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Signs you need a roof survey in Matfield
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. 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, letting tiles move.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Loose chimney pots
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Standing water on a flat roof
Living close to Brenchley Wood is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What insurance they carry
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
What else we do in Matfield
Questions from Matfield
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Matfield?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you come out to Matfield?
Yes. Matfield is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How long does the visit take?
It typically takes about 1–2 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.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, like serious sagging, we’ll say so. We don’t provide structural calculations.
How much does a roof survey cost in Matfield?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. We flag materials that could contain it, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
Local roofs in Matfield
With Scotney Castle about 4.5 miles south, Matfield sits in an area with a long building history. 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. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you own a rental within reach of Paddock Wood station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Take an older house close to Ebenezer Church (Matfield): its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Matfield is about 5 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. We provide roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Matfield. Matfield is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for roof surveys. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Here we cover the TN12 postcode area for roof surveys. You will find streets such as Standings Close, Homebush Green and Chestnut Lane, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Petteridge (1 mile south-east), Brenchley (1 mile east), Colt's Hill (1 mile north-west), Key's Green (2 miles south-west) and Paddock Wood (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (12 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (5 miles west), Tonbridge (5 miles north-west), Kings Hill (8 miles north) and Foley Park (11 miles north-east).
Around Matfield
We work in homes and buildings around The Poet at Matfield pub, Brenchley Wood and Mascalls School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Paddock Wood station, about 2.1 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Tunbridge Wells Hospital (2.9 miles west) and The Hop Farm Museum (3.1 miles north). Not far away are Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.