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Roof survey in South Green, Kent
Independent roof surveys in South Green. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
What this survey can’t tell you
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in South Green
Across London and South East England, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Some older homes have clay tiles, and many have a flat-roofed extension as well. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. We survey flat roofs, ridges, hips and valleys and chimney stacks, and people most frequently book us about ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs and ridge tiles that have lifted or moved.
Somewhere as small as South Green, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
It isn’t only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- South Green (ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in South Green
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it when booking and we will plan the survey around it.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Include dormers, porches and garages as you book
- Keep the report with your property records
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. That helps you decide what to do first.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Compare each report with the last.
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How the survey works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Somewhere like South Green needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before the survey
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Find any records of previous roof work
How to book
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
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How we price roof surveys
We confirm the exact price before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Which survey package you book
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Questions from South Green
Is South Green within the area you cover?
Yes. South Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Can a landlord with a rental near Newington station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
What do you check on a roof survey?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, plus the roof space where there’s safe access. You get a written report with photographs and recommendations.
How long does a roof survey take?
The visit typically takes an hour or two at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are looked at from your side.
How do I arrange a roof survey in South Green?
Just phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Roof surveys around South Green
If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Historic houses such as Leeds Castle, about 4.4 miles south, show how far back building in the area around South Green goes. 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.
Trees in and around Stockbury Hill Wood shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. The streets around a church such as St Mary Magdalene Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
South Green is about 4 miles south-west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in South Green can all book roof surveys. Across Kent, we cover South Green and the places around it. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: ME9. If you’re just outside South Green, we cover Stockbury (1 mile north-west), Oad Street (2 miles north-east), Silver Street (2 miles east), Bredgar (2 miles east) and Danaway (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (6 miles south-west), Ashford (15 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (4 miles north-east), Gravesend (14 miles north-west), Faversham (10 miles east) and Minster (10 miles north-east).
Around South Green
In South Green, that means homes and buildings near Stockbury Hill Wood and The Three Squirrels pub. The nearest railway station is Newington station, roughly 3 miles north. Nearby you’ll also find Leeds Castle (4.4 miles south) and KIMS hospital (4.5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Detling Hill.
Signs you need a roof survey in South Green
Some damage starts inside the roof space. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, wetting timbers and insulation. It can look like a leak.
Look out for signs like these:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
Landlords with a home close to Newington station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What insurance they carry
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether the price includes VAT