Kent · London and the South East
Seasalter Roof Survey
Roof surveys in Seasalter, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Seasalter
Three packages cover most roofs: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. The Basic Survey gives a visual inspection, photographs and written recommendations. Standard and Premium go further, such as moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable. Each one comes with a written report. If you’ve noticed loose chimney pots and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Seasalter, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it’s typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
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 applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Seasalter (CT5)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a roof survey in Seasalter
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors, especially near trees.
We are often asked to look at:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
Trees in and around Seasalter Levels shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
Seasalter questions
Can a landlord with a rental near Whitstable station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Is Seasalter within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. We also use views from ground level, windows and the roof space, and Premium includes a drone where it applies.
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’ll say so.
How long does the visit take?
Allow about one to two hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. We will give you an idea of timing when booking.
Local roofs in Seasalter
Seasalter lies within about 1 mile 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 strong wind or heavy rain. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
Anyone responsible for a site like Joy Lane Primary Foundation School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If you live in an older home near Seasalter Christian Centre, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Seasalter is about 2 miles west of Whitstable, in Kent. Roofs in Seasalter get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Our area takes in places right across Kent. There’s also a page for Canterbury.
All of CT5 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as Eden Road, Allan Road and Church Lane, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Highstreet (1 mile south), Waterham (2 miles south-west), Dargate (2 miles south), Graveney (3 miles south-west) and Hernhill (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (15 miles south), Canterbury (6 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles west), Faversham (5 miles south-west), Herne Bay (6 miles east) and Minster (10 miles north-west).
Around Seasalter
We work in homes and buildings around The Jolly Sailor pub, The Whitstable School and Seasalter Levels, among other places. The closest station to Seasalter is Whitstable station, about 1.8 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Tankerton Castle (2 miles north-east) and Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (2.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Seasalter include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
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Checking the roof from the ground
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
What this survey cannot tell you
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
Water that gets into a stack can show as damp in the rooms below. We check the flashings and mortar for the cause.
Natural slate
From the loft, we look at the underside of a slate roof. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none, and we note its condition.
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Let us know about past leaks
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
Your report arrives by email, with photographs of what we found. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Each finding is set out in plain English.
Look at your roof from the ground after strong winds. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
How it works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a hamlet or village like Seasalter, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Tell us about parking before the day
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or email us. The price is agreed before a date is set.