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Roof Survey in Smeeth
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Smeeth, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
How a roof survey works in Smeeth
We inspect what can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where conditions allow. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where applicable, a drone, which helps with tall or steep roofs. You do not need to do anything except give us access. Everything we see is photographed for the report. Typical surveys look at debris building up in roof valleys and worn lead at chimneys and abutments, across natural slate, flat roofs and chimney stacks.
Some older homes in villages like Smeeth are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Where
- Smeeth (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Smeeth
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Historic houses such as Westenhanger Castle, about 3.4 miles south-east, show how far back building around Smeeth goes. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is. Shop and office owners around Ashford Designer Outlet may find that a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
Smeeth is about 5 miles east of Ashford, in Kent. Roofs in Smeeth get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Smeeth is one of the places in Kent where we work. Canterbury is in our area too.
Here we cover the TN25 postcode area for roof surveys. We offer roof surveys to properties on Church Road, Caroland Close and Woolpack Hill. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Ridgeway (1 mile west), Brabourne Lees (1 mile north-east), Lilyvale (1 mile south-east), Bircholt Forstal (1 mile north-east) and Stone Hill (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (5 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles east), Folkestone (9 miles east), Faversham (14 miles north) and Hythe (6 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Smeeth
For rail, the closest station is Westenhanger station, roughly 3.6 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Lympne Castle (4.2 miles south-east) and William Harvey Hospital (2.6 miles north-west). The countryside around Smeeth includes Hatch Park.
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months. It helps you see whether anything has changed, and whether work has done its job.
Keep the loft space ventilated. A stuffy loft collects condensation, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Check insulation does not block the airflow at the eaves.
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Do you need a roof survey in Smeeth?
Some damage starts inside the roof space. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, and the damp gets into timbers and insulation. It can look like a leak.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
Anyone responsible for a site like Smeeth Community Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Questions to ask before you book
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Will the report include photos?
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Common questions in Smeeth
Do you cover smaller places like Smeeth?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Can a landlord with a rental near Westenhanger station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
What do you check on a roof survey?
All the main parts of the roof: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only where it is safe to do so. We also inspect from the ground, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Smeeth?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
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.
What happens on the day
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In a small place like Smeeth, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The shape of the roof and its details
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.