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Roof Survey in Sevenoaks
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Sevenoaks and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Loose chimney pots
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Why it is worth a survey now in Sevenoaks
It is easier to plan roof work than to react to it. With a report, you can tackle the urgent jobs first and plan the rest, rather than waiting for something to fail. In a family home in Sevenoaks, a small roof fault lets water into places you cannot see, soaking loft insulation, wall tops and timbers. By the time it shows inside, the job has grown.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Sevenoaks
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Sevenoaks
Our report is written in plain English, not jargon. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and we rank them by urgency where that helps. With the Standard Survey you also get moisture detection and a structural check. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where it applies and a same-day report. Each report is emailed to you. We survey clay and concrete tiles, ridges, hips and valleys and chimney stacks, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are slates or tiles that have slipped or broken and standing water on a flat roof.
Around Sevenoaks, semis and terraces share chimneys, gutters and roof lines with the house next door. A shared chimney stack or a gutter run across two houses means a defect may sit partly on someone else’s property. Shared parts are looked at as far as they can safely be seen from the property we are surveying. It helps to mention any shared stacks or gutters when booking.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Sevenoaks (TN13, TN14, TN15, TN8)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof surveys around Sevenoaks
Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. About 1.3 miles south-east lies Knole House, a reminder of how long the area around Sevenoaks has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you live in an older home near St John the Baptist, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Landlords with a home close to Sevenoaks station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Sevenoaks is about 19 miles south-east of London, in Kent. Whether the building in Sevenoaks is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Our Kent coverage includes Sevenoaks and the places around it. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Surveys in TN13, TN14, TN15 and TN8 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include London Road, High Street and Church Road, all of which we cover. With the A21 and A25 close by, Sevenoaks is simple for us to get to. If you’re just outside Sevenoaks, we cover Riverhead (1 mile west), Kippington (1 mile south), Dunton Green (1 mile north-west), Bessels Green (1 mile west) and Chipstead (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (15 miles east), Dartford (11 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles south), Gravesend (13 miles north-east), Tonbridge (7 miles south-east) and Northfleet (13 miles north-east). As one of the bigger places in Kent, Sevenoaks has homes, rented property and businesses of every kind.
Local landmarks in Sevenoaks
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Rifleman pub, New Beacon School and Knole Academy and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Sevenoaks itself: Sevenoaks station. Nearby you will also find Sevenoaks Hospital (0.6 miles north-east) and Kemsing Castle Bank (2.6 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Dryhill Nature Reserve.
How the survey works
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. A typical visit in Sevenoaks begins with the street side of the roof and then moves round the building. The back garden is frequently where extensions, dormers and rear slopes are best seen, so unlocked gates help. Then, if it can be reached safely, we look in the loft.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it is safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- We email a report with photographs and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Let us know about parking near the property
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
How to book
To get a price for roof surveys in Sevenoaks, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Some flat roofs have been coated over several times. We say what we can see and when a closer look would need opening up.
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.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Sevenoaks
Landlords, agents and building managers in Sevenoaks and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
Places near Sevenoaks
Other services in Sevenoaks
What we are asked to look at in Sevenoaks
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Leaves, moss and silt build up, the gutter overflows and water soaks the walls. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors, especially near trees.
Look out for signs like these:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Loose chimney pots
Take a building like Sevenoaks Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is added on top
- When you will get the report
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether you get a written report with photos
What a roof survey does not cover
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
Sevenoaks: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Sevenoaks is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Sevenoaks station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
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; we will agree the details when you book.