Kent · London and the South East
Trottiscliffe Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings across Trottiscliffe, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Loose chimney pots
How a roof survey works in Trottiscliffe
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Slate frequently lasts a century or more, and tiles commonly half a century, yet nails, battens and underlay frequently fail first. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. We survey the roof space, flat roofs and ridges, hips and valleys, and people most often book us about cracked mortar along the ridge and crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching.
Somewhere as small as Trottiscliffe, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Place
- Trottiscliffe (ME19)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Trottiscliffe
Is Trottiscliffe within the area you cover?
Yes, Trottiscliffe is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Borough Green & Wrotham station?
Yes, that is a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. We also use views from the ground, windows and the roof space.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
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 and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
How much does a roof survey cost in Trottiscliffe?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, and it’s agreed before booking.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We do not give a number of years. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it’s wearing, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
Local roofs in Trottiscliffe
Historic houses like Old Soar Manor, about 4 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Trottiscliffe goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Take a building like Trottiscliffe Church of England Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Living close to Trosley Country Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Trottiscliffe is about 8 miles east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Surveys in Trottiscliffe work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. We cover towns and villages across Kent. Maidstone is in our area too.
Here we cover the ME19 postcode area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Church Lane, School Lane and Wrotham Water Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Vigo Village (1 mile north), Fairseat (1 mile north-west), Addington (1 mile south-east), Culverstone Green (2 miles north) and Ryarsh (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (8 miles south-east), Dartford (10 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (8 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south), Gravesend (8 miles north) and Tonbridge (9 miles south).
Local landmarks in Trottiscliffe
We work in homes and buildings around Wrotham School, Trosley Country Park and The Plough Public House, among other places. The closest station to Trottiscliffe is Borough Green & Wrotham station, about 2.7 miles south-west. A little further out are Leybourne Castle (3 miles east) and Coldrum Long Barrow (0.8 miles east).
What affects the price in Trottiscliffe
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Booking your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Anything about access we should know
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Signs you need a roof survey in Trottiscliffe
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Leaves, moss and silt build up, the gutter overflows and water soaks the walls. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building, especially near trees.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
Landlords with a home close to Borough Green & Wrotham station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What exactly goes into their report
Honest limits
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- Asbestos testing of any kind
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
What happens on the day
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Cottages and farmhouses around Trottiscliffe frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 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.
How to prepare
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.