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Roof Survey in Stodmarsh
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Stodmarsh, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
About our roof survey in Stodmarsh
Our roof surveys cover Stodmarsh and the wider South East. We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. We’re insured for professional indemnity and public liability. Each survey ends with a written report, emailed with photos and recommendations. Whether it is a house, a flat or a commercial building, the process is the same. To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Common reasons to book are gaps in the roof where coverings have gone and crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching, across natural slate, lead flashings and ridges, hips and valleys.
Older buildings in small places like Stodmarsh may be 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Where
- Stodmarsh (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Stodmarsh
Some damage starts inside the loft space. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, wetting timbers and insulation. It is frequently mistaken for a leak, and it needs a different fix.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Loose chimney pots
Goodnestone Park, about 4.4 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Stodmarsh. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What exactly goes into their report
Honest limits
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
Roof surveys around Stodmarsh
If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
Anyone responsible for a site like Wickhambreaux Church of England Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. For landlords with property near Sturry station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Stodmarsh is about 5 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Stodmarsh is one of many places we visit across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Stodmarsh is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for roof surveys.
We cover every part of CT3 for roof surveys and the streets around it. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Hersden (1 mile north-west), Westbere (2 miles west), Hollow Street (2 miles north), Hoath (2 miles north) and Chislet (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Canterbury (5 miles west), Margate (10 miles north-east), Dover (12 miles south-east), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (10 miles east) and Broadstairs (12 miles east).
What’s near Stodmarsh
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Red Lion pub, Spires Academy and Grove Ferry Picnic Area and the streets around them. The closest station to Stodmarsh is Sturry station, roughly 2.6 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find St Martins Hospital (3.6 miles south-west) and Canterbury Castle (4.9 miles west). Open spaces near Stodmarsh include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
Your questions about roof surveys in Stodmarsh
I let a flat near Sturry station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, that’s a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
How do I find out if my home in Stodmarsh is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or a downpour can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
Do you work in Stodmarsh?
Yes, we do. We carry out roof surveys in Stodmarsh.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes, we can. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
When will the report arrive?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photos.
Why get it checked now?
It is easier to plan roof work than to react to it. With a report, you can tackle the urgent jobs first and plan the rest, rather than calling someone out after a storm. Older and listed buildings around Stodmarsh may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why us?
- An independent view of the roof
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Surveys seven days a week
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
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What affects the price in Stodmarsh
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The size of the roof
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
What to let us know when you get in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Anything about access we should know
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Older rural homes like those around Stodmarsh can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- You tell us about the property and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To get started, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.