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Roof Survey in Sutton Valence
We carry out roof surveys in Sutton Valence and the rest of Kent. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
Roof survey in Sutton Valence
There’s no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, while others just want to know where they stand. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: a careful look, then a clear written report. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. Typical surveys look at valley linings that have cracked or split and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles, across chimney stacks, natural slate and clay and concrete tiles.
In a small place like Sutton Valence, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Sutton Valence (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. We look for lifted, cracked or slipped tiles, particularly at the verges and ridge.
Natural slate
Slate is one of the most durable roof coverings, yet the nails holding it often fail long before the slate. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted, and for clips that show past repairs.
Your questions about roof surveys in Sutton Valence
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sutton Valence?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you come out to Sutton Valence?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
When will the report arrive?
It depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It is emailed to you.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
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 it applies.
How do I book a survey in Sutton Valence?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Let us know about past leaks
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
We email the report to you. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Findings are explained in plain words, with recommendations.
Every so often, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Photograph anything new.
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A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
If you look after a building such as Sutton Valence Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
What to check before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
DIY checks: what’s safe
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.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The survey, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. Most surveys take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In a small place like Sutton Valence, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Book a survey
For a price for roof surveys in Sutton Valence, call 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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What a roof survey looks like in Sutton Valence
Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Stoneacre lies about 2.8 miles north, so building around Sutton Valence goes back a long way. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs. If you let a flat or house near Staplehurst station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Sutton Valence is about 5 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. We survey roofs in Sutton Valence and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our Kent coverage includes Sutton Valence and the places around it.
Every address in ME17 is covered for roof surveys. You will find streets such as High Street, Lower Road and School Lane. We also cover the places around Sutton Valence: Warmlake (1 mile north), Five Wents (1 mile north), Chart Sutton (1 mile north-west), Langley Heath (2 miles north) and Langley (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (5 miles north-west), Ashford (13 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles west), Tonbridge (14 miles west) and Faversham (15 miles north-east).
Around Sutton Valence
In Sutton Valence, that means homes and buildings near Clothworkers Arms, among other places. The closest station to Sutton Valence is Staplehurst station, roughly 3.4 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include The Dog Collar Museum (2.8 miles north-east) and Sutton Valence Castle (less than half a mile east).
What a roof survey doesn’t cover
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks