Kent · London and the South East
Newenden Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a roof survey in Newenden and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
What happens on the day
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Older rural homes like those around Newenden can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- 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.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Related advice
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Newenden
The report is written for you, in plain language. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and we rank them by urgency where that helps. With the Standard Survey you also get moisture detection and a structural check. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where applicable and a same-day report. Each report is emailed to you. We survey the roof space, natural slate and flat roofs, and people most often book us about blocked, sagging or leaking gutters and ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs.
Some older homes in villages like Newenden are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Location
- Newenden (TN18)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
Each chimney’s pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are looked at. We note any lean or loose pots.
Concrete interlocking tiles
On low-pitched roofs, the laps and fixings of interlocking tiles matter. We look for lifted, cracked or slipped tiles, particularly at the verges and ridge.
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Check we can open the loft hatch
Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months. It shows how the roof has fared over the year.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Compare each report with the last.
Roof surveys in Newenden: local notes
Historic houses like Great Dixter, about 1.7 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Newenden goes. 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. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Newenden is about 10 miles north of Hastings, in Kent. We visit Newenden as part of our work across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Across Kent, we cover Newenden and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
We work across TN18 for roof surveys and the streets around it. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Rolvenden Layne (2 miles north-east), Rolvenden (3 miles north), West Cross (3 miles north), Strood (3 miles north-east) and Small Hythe (4 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (14 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (15 miles north-west), Tenterden (5 miles north-east), New Romney (14 miles east), Staplehurst (11 miles north) and Stanhope (13 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Newenden
We work in homes and buildings around The White Hart Inn and the streets around them. Nearby you will also find Benenden Hospital (4.9 miles north) and The C.M Booth Collection (2.6 miles north). Open spaces near Newenden include Flatropers Wood.
What else we do in Newenden
How we price roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The roof’s overall size
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
To get a price for roof surveys in Newenden, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Newenden questions
Is Newenden in the area you cover?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Newenden is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Is my home in Newenden 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.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What does a roof survey include?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, plus the loft space where there is safe access. The report includes photos and recommendations.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Do you need a roof survey in Newenden?
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Leaves, moss and silt build up, the gutter overflows and water soaks the walls. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building, particularly near trees.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Standing water on a flat roof
For an older house near a landmark such as Parish Church of St Peter, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
What to check before booking
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one