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Roof Survey in Maxton
Roof surveys in Maxton, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
Roof survey in Maxton
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. We look at 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’re often asked to look into flashings that have come away from the wall and blocked, sagging or leaking gutters, across chimney stacks, clay and concrete tiles and the roof space.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- Maxton (CT17, CT15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof surveys in Maxton: local notes
Maxton lies within about 1 mile of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you live near a park like Western Heights LNR, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. For landlords with property near Dover Priory station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Anyone responsible for a site like St Martin's School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Maxton is about 1 mile south-west of Tower Hamlets, in Kent. Wherever you are in Maxton, we can carry out roof surveys at your property. Our area takes in places right across Kent. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: CT17 and CT15. Local streets include Cow Lane, Manor Road and Mount Road, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Maxton: Aycliffe (1 mile south), Farthingloe (1 mile south-west), Dover (1 mile north), Church Hougham (2 miles west) and River (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Canterbury (14 miles north-west), Folkestone (6 miles south-west), Deal (8 miles north-east), Hythe (10 miles west), Walmer (7 miles north-east) and Hawkinge (6 miles west).
Local landmarks in Maxton
Around Maxton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Crown & Sceptre pub, Astor College for the Arts and St Edmund's Catholic School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Dover Priory station, about 0.8 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Old Town Gaol (1 mile north-east) and Dover Castle (1.6 miles east). The countryside around Maxton includes Dover Western Heights.
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What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Rural addresses near Maxton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Arrange a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
FAQs for Maxton
I let a flat near Dover Priory station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Do you cover smaller places like Maxton?
Yes, Maxton is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Maxton?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you need to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
Not as an exact number, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
What this survey cannot tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
Leave it or get it looked at?
Leaks rarely show up right away. Damp spreads through insulation and timber before anything shows below. A survey can pick up the early signs from the loft. For an older or listed building in a place like Maxton, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
For a price for your roof in Maxton, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book with us
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- PI and public liability insurance
- Photographs and a written report every time
- An independent look at the roof
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Different roofs, different checks
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. Lifted or cracked tiles are noted.
Chimney stacks
We check the stack itself, and it is not a flue or gas safety check. We’ll tell you if the flue needs a specialist.
Useful tips for Maxton property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Mention any damp patches when booking
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
We email the report to you. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Each finding is set out in plain English.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Photograph anything new.