Kent · London and the South East
Roof survey in Newbury, Kent
Need a roof survey in Newbury? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
How a roof survey works in Newbury
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, but the fixings and underlay beneath them frequently give out sooner. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. We survey clay and concrete tiles, chimney stacks and natural slate, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are debris building up in roof valleys and standing water on a flat roof.
Some older homes in villages like Newbury 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Newbury (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Concrete interlocking tiles are common on post-war and newer homes. They last well, but their surface erodes slowly, and they can crack.
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. Upstands and outlets are checked too.
When you need someone else
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
Nearby places to Newbury
Other services in Newbury
Common questions in Newbury
Will you come out to Newbury?
Yes. Newbury is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Newbury?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Newbury is within about 4 miles of the coast.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
What’s the best way to book?
Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Are you insured?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How long does a roof survey take?
On site, it usually takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Newbury
Landlords and agents in Newbury book surveys as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
Your report arrives by email, with photographs of what we found. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Each finding is set out in plain English, with recommendations.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Planned work is less stressful than an emergency. A survey lets you deal with things in order of urgency, rather than calling someone out after a storm. For an older or listed building in a place like Newbury, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Why book us in Newbury
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Newbury
Newbury lies within about 4 miles of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Homes near green spaces such as Cromers Wood can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. Anyone responsible for a site like Rodmersham School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Catherine, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Newbury is about 3 miles south-east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We survey roofs in Newbury and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
We cover every part of ME9 for roof surveys. We also cover the places around Newbury: Kingsdown (1 mile south), Dungate (1 mile south-west), Bapchild (1 mile north), Erriottwood (1 mile south-east) and Rodmersham Green (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles west), Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (3 miles north-west), Whitstable (12 miles east) and Faversham (5 miles east).
Around Newbury
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Cromers Wood and The Sittingbourne School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Teynham station, roughly 2.7 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (2.4 miles north) and Newnham Castle (2.1 miles south-east).
How the survey works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a hamlet or village like Newbury, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, 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.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- We email a report with photographs and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.