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Old Hawkinge Roof Survey
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out roof surveys in Old Hawkinge.
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
Checking the roof from ground level
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
How a roof survey works in Old Hawkinge
There’s no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, others want a check before selling or after years without one. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. We are frequently asked to look into slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles and leaning or weathered chimney stacks, on ridges, hips and valleys, the roof space and chimney stacks.
In a village or hamlet like Old Hawkinge, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
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 it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Old Hawkinge (CT18)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
A small roof defect usually gets bigger. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and wet timber starts to decay. Catching it early means less to put right. Outbuildings and barns around Old Hawkinge are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Old Hawkinge
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords and letting agents in Old Hawkinge book surveys as well as householders. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Old Hawkinge questions
Will you come out to Old Hawkinge?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is the coastal weather around Old Hawkinge hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows.
When will the report arrive?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we will say so.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, such as serious sagging, we’ll say so. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Useful tips for Old Hawkinge property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Mention any damp patches as you book
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months. It helps you see whether anything has changed, and whether work has done its job.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Compare each report with the last.
Roof surveys in Old Hawkinge: local notes
Old Hawkinge lies within about 2 miles of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Take a building like Hawkinge Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If you own a rental within reach of Folkestone Central station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Michael, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Old Hawkinge is about 1 mile east of Hawkinge, in Kent. We carry out roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Old Hawkinge and the surrounding area. Old Hawkinge is one of the places in Kent we cover. Canterbury is in our area too.
Every address in CT18 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as Standen Lane and Church Hill, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Old Hawkinge: Hawkinge (1 mile west), Densole (2 miles north-west), Swingfield Minnis (2 miles north), Arpinge (2 miles west) and Selsted (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (14 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (5 miles east), Deal (11 miles north-east), Hythe (5 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (5 miles east).
What’s near Old Hawkinge
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to East Cliff and Warren Country Park and White Horse pub and the streets around them. Old Hawkinge’s nearest station is Folkestone Central station, about 2.3 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Folkestone Castle (1.6 miles south-west) and Royal Victoria Hospital (2.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Sugar Loaf Hill.
Prices for roof surveys in Old Hawkinge
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Which survey package you book
- House, block, shop or office
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both inc. VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
- Anything about access we should know
If you’re buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
What we do, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Cottages and farmhouses around Old Hawkinge often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, 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.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Let us know where we can park nearby
How to book
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before booking.