Kent · London and the South East
Roof survey in Mereworth, Kent
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Mereworth. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Debris building up in roof valleys
Do you need a roof survey in Mereworth?
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable roofing membranes came into use in the UK in the late 1990s, so many older roofs have bitumen felt underlay, and some very old roofs have no underlay at all. Torn or sagging felt lets water through.
Common reasons to book include:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
Landlords with a home close to Wateringbury station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Are they insured for the work?
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- How long the report takes to arrive
About our roof survey in Mereworth
There is no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, while others just want to know where they stand. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. Visits run seven days a week, so it is easy to find a day that suits. If you’ve noticed torn or sagging underlay and gutters that overflow in heavy rain, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs, ridges, hips and valleys and lead flashings alike.
Some older homes in villages like Mereworth are 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.
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.
- Where
- Mereworth (ME18)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. An overflow there sends water indoors. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. Older and listed buildings around Mereworth may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Mereworth
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- 20+ years’ experience
- A report with photos
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Water that gets into a stack can show as damp in the rooms below. We look for the likely route in.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Handmade and machine-made clay tiles are long-lasting. Slipped, cracked and missing tiles are recorded, and for spalling where the surface has flaked.
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The survey, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take an hour or two for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Rural addresses near Mereworth 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. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there’s safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Before the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Mereworth: your questions answered
Will you come out to Mereworth?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Mereworth?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
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 survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, such as serious sagging, we will say so. We don’t provide structural calculations.
What a roof survey looks like in Mereworth
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. The wider area around Mereworth has a long history of building, with Old Soar Manor about 2.5 miles west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take a building like Mereworth Community Primary School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Lawrence's Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Mereworth is about 6 miles north-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. We carry out roof surveys for homes and businesses in Mereworth and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. Maidstone is in our area too.
We survey roofs across the ME18 postcode area for roof surveys. Local streets include The Street, Butcher's Lane and Tonbridge Road. We also cover the places around Mereworth: Herne Pound (1 mile north), Kent Street (1 mile north), New Pound (1 mile north-west), Pizien Well (1 mile east) and West Peckham (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (6 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (8 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (12 miles north) and Tonbridge (6 miles south-west).
Near you in Mereworth
We work in homes and buildings around The Queens Head Public House. Mereworth’s nearest station is Wateringbury station, roughly 2 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Maidstone Hospital (4.7 miles east) and Leybourne Castle (3.6 miles north-east).
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- File the report with your home documents
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Photograph stains when they appear
Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months. It shows how the roof has fared over the year, and whether work has done its job.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Each report gives a record to compare against.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.