Kent · London and the South East
Roof survey in Sandwich, Kent
Roof surveys in Sandwich and the rest of Kent. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
About our roof survey in Sandwich
We survey roofs in Sandwich and across London and South East England. Visits run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. We’re insured for professional indemnity and public liability. Each survey ends with a written report, emailed with photos and recommendations. Houses, flats and commercial buildings all follow the same careful process. When you’re ready to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We survey lead flashings, ridges, hips and valleys and clay and concrete tiles, and common reasons people get in touch are loose chimney pots and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone.
In a smaller place like Sandwich, 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.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Sandwich (CT13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof surveys around Sandwich
Sandwich is within about 3 miles of the coast, and wind near 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 strong wind or heavy rain. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For landlords with property near Sandwich station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Homes near green spaces such as Ham Fen can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. If you look after a building like Sandwich Infant School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Sandwich is about 5 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. If you are in Sandwich, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Sandwich is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Roof surveys in CT13 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Cattle Market, Market Street and High Street. We also cover the places around Sandwich: Great Stonar (1 mile north), Felderland (1 mile south), Worth (1 mile south), Woodnesborough (1 mile south-west) and Statenborough (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (11 miles west), Margate (8 miles north), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (15 miles south-west), Ramsgate (5 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (7 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Sandwich
We work in homes and buildings around Ham Fen, Sir Roger Manwood's School and The Red Cow Public House, among other places. There’s a railway station in Sandwich itself: Sandwich station. Well-known places in the area include The Precinct Toy Collection (less than half a mile north) and Ramsgate General Hospital (5 miles north-east). Not far away are Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. An overflow there sends water indoors. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. With lower homes, common in places like Sandwich, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- 98% customer satisfaction
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Every finding written up with photos
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Sandwich
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Nearby places to Sandwich
What else we do in Sandwich
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Let us know about past leaks
Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months. It shows how the roof has fared over the year.
Every so frequently, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Take photos of anything that changes.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings close the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. Lifted, split or slipped lead is recorded.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles are common on older South East homes. When pegs or battens rot, tiles slip, leaving gaps along the courses.
What we do, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Being in a smaller place like Sandwich doesn’t change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Your questions about roof surveys in Sandwich
Is my home in Sandwich listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Sandwich, take more of a battering?
It can do. Within about 3 miles of the sea, as Sandwich is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as a figure. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, with recommendations ranked by urgency.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Do you cover Sandwich for roof surveys?
Yes, we do. We carry out roof surveys in Sandwich, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Sandwich?
It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we will take it from there. We survey seven days a week.