Kent · London and the South East
Smarden Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Smarden, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
Why it is worth a survey now in Smarden
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. An overflow there sends water indoors. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. Older cottages and farmhouses around Smarden can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking.
Why us?
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% customer satisfaction
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Roof survey in Smarden
There is no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, others want a check before selling or after years without one. The approach is the same in each case: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. Visits run on weekdays and at weekends, so it is easy to find a day that suits. Common reasons to book are leaking gutter joints and downpipes and loose ridge or hip tiles, across the roof space, clay and concrete tiles and ridges, hips and valleys.
In a village or hamlet like Smarden, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few 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. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
After the visit, you get a report with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Smarden (TN27)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Useful tips for Smarden property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Let us know about past leaks
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Keep the report with your property records
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. You can ask us about anything that isn’t clear.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, particularly after autumn. Leave the clearing to a professional. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
DIY checks: what’s safe
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
How we price roof surveys
We confirm the exact price before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The size of the roof
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or email us. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What a roof survey looks like in Smarden
Headcorn Aerodrome is about 3 miles from Smarden. Where the drone is part of the survey, the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions first. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Landlords with a home close to Pluckley station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Anyone responsible for a site like Smarden Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Take an older house close to Church of St Michael: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Smarden is about 8 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. Bookings from Smarden are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Maidstone is in our area too.
Roof surveys in TN27 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on The Street, The Acorns and Water Lane and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Biddenden Green (1 mile north-east), Smarden Bell (1 mile north-west), Monk's Hill (1 mile south-west), Swift's Green (1 mile north-west) and Standen (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (11 miles north-west), Ashford (8 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north), Faversham (14 miles north-east), Kings Hill (15 miles north-west) and Davington (14 miles north-east).
Around Smarden
We work in homes and buildings around The Chequers Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Smarden is Pluckley station, about 2.6 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Romden Castle (1 mile east) and Benenden Hospital (5.3 miles south-west).
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What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey typically takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Cottages and farmhouses around Smarden frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from each 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Getting a price
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Smarden questions
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Pluckley station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the building.
Are there drone restrictions around Smarden?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Headcorn Aerodrome is about 3 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather, and the rest of the survey does not depend on the drone.
Do you look in the loft space?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
How long does the visit take?
Allow between one and two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
Not as an exact number, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or a downpour, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.