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Roof survey in Preston, Kent
Roof surveys across Preston, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
Roof survey in Preston: what you get
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, others want a check before selling or after years without one. The approach is the same in each case: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. Visits run seven days a week, so it is easy to find a day that suits. If you’re worried about cracked or blistered flat roof coverings and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Preston, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Preston (ME13)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Preston
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Preston. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Preston
Preston is within about 4 miles of the coast, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Catherine's Church, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as The Abbey School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Preston is about 7 miles south-west of Whitstable, in Kent. Bookings from Preston are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Preston is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for roof surveys. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Roof surveys in ME13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as Back Lane, Quay Lane and Park Road, and we cover them all. Main roads around Preston include the A2 and A251, so getting to you is simple. Other places close to Preston include Faversham (1 mile north-west), The Brents (1 mile north), Davington (1 mile north-west), Ospringe (1 mile west) and Whitehill (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (8 miles east), Sittingbourne (7 miles west), Whitstable (7 miles north-east), Herne Bay (11 miles east) and Minster (8 miles north-west).
Around Preston
In Preston, that means homes and buildings near Ethelbert Road Primary School, Oare Meadow and The Elephant pub, among other places. There’s a railway station in Preston itself: Faversham station. Nearby you will also find Newnham Castle (4.3 miles south-west).
Prices for roof surveys in Preston
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The roof’s overall size
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What to tell us when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Checking the roof from ground level
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
When to book a survey in Preston
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Strong gusts work at anything that isn’t firmly fixed, while rain gets into every gap. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
If you live near a park such as Oare Meadow, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Before you book anyone
- What exactly goes into their report
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Are they insured for the work?
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
Your report arrives by email, with photos 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.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
How the survey works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. With a bit of garden around a house, as there frequently is around Preston, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- 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.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there’s safe access.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Leave side gates unlocked
Book a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Your questions about roof surveys in Preston
I let a flat near Faversham station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Preston?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Preston is within about 4 miles of the coast.
What does a roof survey include?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, plus the loft space where there’s safe access. You get a report with photos and recommendations.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and Premium includes a drone where applicable.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
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.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
How much does a roof survey cost in Preston?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking. For a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.