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Roof survey in Sandhurst, Kent
Roof surveys in Sandhurst from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Torn or sagging underlay
About our roof survey in Sandhurst
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, while others just want to know where they stand. 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 survey lead flashings, the roof space and ridges, hips and valleys, and people most frequently book us about blocked, sagging or leaking gutters and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists.
In a village or hamlet like Sandhurst, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Sandhurst (TN18)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Sandhurst
Leaving it means relying on what you can see from ground level. You might pay for work that doesn’t fix the real problem, or miss the fault that matters. A survey tells you what actually needs attention. For older village homes like those around Sandhurst, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book us in Sandhurst
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Surveys seven days a week
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
Roof surveys around Sandhurst
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. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. Great Dixter, about 2.4 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Sandhurst. 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.
If you own a rental within reach of Robertsbridge station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. For an older house near a landmark like Mission Church, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Take a building like Sandhurst Primary School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Sandhurst is about 11 miles north of Hastings, in Kent. In Sandhurst, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Surveys in TN18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer roof surveys to properties on Bodiam Road, Poundfield Road and Queen Street. Close by, we survey roofs in Sandhurst Cross (1 mile south-west), Linkhill (1 mile east), Four Throws (2 miles north-west), Little Conghurst (2 miles north-west) and Bodiam (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (15 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles north-west), Paddock Wood (13 miles north-west), Tenterden (6 miles north-east), Park Wood (15 miles north) and Staplehurst (10 miles north).
Landmarks near Sandhurst
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Sentido pub. For rail, the closest station is Robertsbridge station, about 4.9 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The C.M Booth Collection (3.5 miles north-east) and Benenden Hospital (4.8 miles north-east).
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Also in Sandhurst
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
What we can’t see
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Sandhurst
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
Common questions in Sandhurst
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Robertsbridge station?
Yes, that is a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Is my home in Sandhurst listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
How long will you be at the property?
Allow about one to two hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. We will give you an idea of timing when you book.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It is 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.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
Do you go up on the roof?
Where it is safe, yes. We also inspect from the ground, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. The Premium Survey adds a drone where it applies.
What affects the price in Sandhurst
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Height and safe access
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- When you need the report by
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We check its condition and the signs of age.
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Cracks in a lead valley can send water into the roof.
What we do, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere like Sandhurst needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We check the roof from each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Let us know about parking before the day
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us.