Kent · London and the South East
Mountain Street Roof Survey
Roof surveys in Mountain Street and the rest of Kent. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
About our roof survey in Mountain Street
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common. They’re included alongside the main roof, including signs of standing water, splits and tired upstands. Flat roofs frequently need attention long before the main roof, so they deserve a careful look. Felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. Typical surveys look at slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles and loose ridge or hip tiles, across the roof space, ridges, hips and valleys and natural slate.
Older buildings in small places like Mountain Street 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Mountain Street (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Mountain Street homes and their roofs
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
If you live near a park like Broadham Down, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Mountain Street is about 6 miles south-west of Canterbury, in Kent. Whether the building in Mountain Street is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Across Kent, we cover Mountain Street and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
We survey roofs across the CT4 postcode area for roof surveys. We also cover Chilham (1 mile north-east), Godmersham (1 mile south), Old Wives Lees (1 mile north), Shottenden (2 miles north-west) and Bilting (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (8 miles south-west), Canterbury (6 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (12 miles north-west), Folkestone (14 miles south-east), Whitstable (9 miles north) and Faversham (6 miles north-west).
What’s near Mountain Street
Typical jobs here are in homes near Woolpack Inn and Broadham Down and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Chilham station, about 0.8 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Kent and Canterbury Hospital (5.7 miles east) and Chilham Castle (less than half a mile north).
What we cannot see
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Mountain Street
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaving it means relying on what you can see from the ground. You might pay for work that does not fix the real problem, or miss the fault that matters. We tell you what’s really needed. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Why us?
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% customer satisfaction
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- An independent look at the roof
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
What we are asked to look at in Mountain Street
A chimney stack takes more weather than almost any other part of a roof. Mortar crumbles, the flaunching around the pots cracks and stacks can lean. Damp on a chimney breast inside frequently starts at the top of the stack.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
If you let a flat or house near Chilham station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
What to check before booking
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What happens after the report arrives
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What experience they bring
Roof by roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. We look for lifted, cracked or slipped tiles.
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings and valleys are where many leaks start. That’s why we check them closely.
Mountain Street questions
Will you come out to Mountain Street?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Is my home in Mountain Street listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
Not as a figure. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it’s wearing, with recommendations ranked by urgency.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
How long does the visit take?
It usually takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Report times depend on the package.
How soon is the report ready?
It depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We send it by email.
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Rural addresses near Mountain Street can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- 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.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Keep pets in another room
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know the cost up front. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
Your report arrives by email. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are explained in plain words, with recommendations.
Look at your roof from the ground after strong winds. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.