Kent · London and the South East
Roof survey in Sheldwich Lees, Kent
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Sheldwich Lees, and put it all in a report with photos.
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
When you need someone else
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
About our roof survey in Sheldwich Lees
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, yet nails, battens and underlay frequently fail first. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. We survey chimney stacks, flat roofs and natural slate, and people most often book us about loose ridge or hip tiles and lifted, split or missing lead flashings.
Some older homes in villages like Sheldwich Lees are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
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.
- Where
- Sheldwich Lees (ME13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Somewhere as small as Sheldwich Lees, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Book a survey
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know the cost up front. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. A survey sets a baseline, which makes later changes easy to spot. Around Sheldwich Lees, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Surveys seven days a week
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- An independent view of the roof
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Roof surveys in Sheldwich Lees: local notes
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. 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.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Sheldwich Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. For landlords with property near Selling station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Sheldwich Lees is about 3 miles south of Faversham, in Kent. Anywhere in Sheldwich Lees, we can carry out roof surveys at your property. Across Kent, we cover Sheldwich Lees and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Every address in ME13 is within our area for roof surveys. We also cover Sheldwich (1 mile north-west), Badlesmere (1 mile south), North Street (1 mile north), Throwley (1 mile west) and Throwley Forstal (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (9 miles south), Canterbury (8 miles east), Sittingbourne (8 miles north-west), Whitstable (8 miles north-east), Faversham (3 miles north) and Herne Bay (13 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Sheldwich Lees
The closest station to Sheldwich Lees is Selling station, about 2.4 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Tower keep castle at Chilham (3.7 miles south-east).
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Signs you need a roof survey in Sheldwich Lees
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable membranes only appeared in the UK in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt, and very old ones may have none. Felt that has torn or perished stops doing its job.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Debris building up in roof valleys
Historic houses like Belmont House and Gardens, about 1.7 miles west, show how far back building around Sheldwich Lees goes. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What experience they bring
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
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Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- File the report with your home documents
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. The photos show what we found and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, particularly after autumn. Leave the clearing to a professional. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
Questions from Sheldwich Lees
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Selling station?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Will you come out to Sheldwich Lees?
Yes. Sheldwich Lees is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. We flag materials that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what you want to find out. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details as you book.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.