Kent · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Mowshurst
Roof surveys in Mowshurst, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Standing water on a flat roof
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- A structural engineer’s report
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Mowshurst
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
About our roof survey in Mowshurst
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’s safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it is relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. We survey natural slate, the roof space and clay and concrete tiles, and people most frequently book us about ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs and loose chimney pots.
In a small place like Mowshurst, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Mowshurst (TN8)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Mowshurst
What else we do in Mowshurst
Landlords, agents and block managers in Mowshurst
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Letting agents and landlords in Mowshurst book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Common roof problems in Mowshurst
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. Felt that has torn or perished stops doing its job.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Worn or blocked valleys
The streets around a church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What insurance they carry
- Their report turnaround times
How the survey works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In a small place like Mowshurst, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- We email a report with photographs and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes a consultation in person. You can ask us about anything that isn’t clear.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Check insulation doesn’t block the airflow at the eaves.
Roof surveys around Mowshurst
Historic houses such as Hever Castle, about 2.3 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Mowshurst goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If you look after a building such as Edenbridge Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. For landlords with property near Edenbridge station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Mowshurst is about 7 miles north-east of East Grinstead, in Kent. Wherever you are in Mowshurst, we can carry out roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Kent. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Every address in TN8 is covered for roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Marlpit Hill (1 mile west), Edenbridge (1 mile south-west), Pootings (1 mile north), Four Elms (1 mile north-east) and Troy Town (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Sevenoaks (7 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-east), Tonbridge (9 miles east), Swanley (14 miles north), Kings Hill (15 miles east) and Paddock Wood (14 miles east).
Near you in Mowshurst
Around Mowshurst, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Swan pub. Mowshurst’s nearest station is Edenbridge station, about 0.6 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Haxted Watermill Museum (2.3 miles south-west) and Hever Castle (2.3 miles south-east).
Mowshurst: your questions answered
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Edenbridge station?
Yes, that is a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Is my home in Mowshurst 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.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Is Mowshurst in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs in Mowshurst and the rest of Kent. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What do you check on a roof survey?
All the main parts of the roof: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
How much does a roof survey cost in Mowshurst?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before you book, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Why act early in Mowshurst
Leaks rarely show up right away. Insulation, plaster and timber can all be damp before you see a stain. A survey can pick up the early signs from the loft. Outbuildings and barns around Mowshurst are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
Why book with us
- Package prices that include VAT
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Visits on any day of the week
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.