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Roof survey in St Lawrence, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for roof surveys in St Lawrence. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Do you need a roof survey in St Lawrence?
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. 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.
Common reasons to book include:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Loose chimney pots
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Westwood Cross, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
What to check before booking
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How long the report takes to arrive
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
About our roof survey in St Lawrence
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, while others just want to know where they stand. The approach is the same in each case: a careful look, then a clear written report. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. We are often asked to look into cracked or blistered flat roof coverings and valley linings that have cracked or split, across the roof space, natural slate and flat roofs.
Houses in smaller places like St Lawrence can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- St Lawrence (CT11, CT12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in St Lawrence
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Height and safe access
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- What made you get in touch
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Can I check my roof myself?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
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 can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Being in a smaller place like St Lawrence doesn’t change how the visit works: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It is useful to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in St Lawrence
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
Your questions about roof surveys in St Lawrence
Does being near the coast affect roofs in St Lawrence?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Is my home in St Lawrence listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
How quickly will I get the report?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It isn’t a structural engineer’s report and does not include calculations.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
What a roof survey looks like in St Lawrence
St Lawrence lies within about 1 mile of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain. About 4.1 miles north-west lies Quex Park, a reminder of how long the area around St Lawrence has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Laurence, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Take a building like Ellington Infant School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
St Lawrence is about 1 mile west of Ramsgate, in Kent. Roofs in St Lawrence get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Our Kent coverage includes St Lawrence and the places around it. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the CT11 and CT12 postcode area for roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Park Road, Saxon Road and Downs Road and the roads around them. St Lawrence is on the A255, so it is easy for us to get to. Other places close to St Lawrence include Ramsgate (1 mile east), Northwood (1 mile north), Upton (2 miles north-east), St Peter's (2 miles north) and Broadstairs (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (14 miles west), Margate (3 miles north), Dover (14 miles south), Deal (8 miles south), Herne Bay (12 miles west) and Tower Hamlets (15 miles south).
Landmarks near St Lawrence
We work in homes and buildings around Chatham House Grammar School, Churchill House School With Railed Area and The Admiral Fox pub. St Lawrence has its own railway station: Ramsgate station. A little further out are Westwood Cross (1.5 miles north) and Ramsgate General Hospital (0.6 miles south-east). Open spaces near St Lawrence include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaving it means relying on what you can see from the ground. That can lead to the wrong work being done, or to a real problem being missed. We tell you what’s really needed. Around St Lawrence, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- PI and public liability insurance
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.