Kent · London and the South East
Troy Town Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Troy Town, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
About our roof survey in Troy Town
Everything we check, we check safely: from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where conditions allow. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where it applies, a drone, which helps with tall or steep roofs. You don’t need to do anything except give us access. Everything we see is photographed for the report. Typical surveys look at leaning or weathered chimney stacks and debris building up in roof valleys, across the roof space, clay and concrete tiles and ridges, hips and valleys.
Somewhere as small as Troy Town, homes are often 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. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Troy Town (TN8)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Somewhere as small as Troy Town, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint outside.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there is safe access.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
To get a price for roof surveys in Troy Town, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
Roof surveys in Troy Town: local notes
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you let a flat or house near Edenbridge station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Historic houses such as Chartwell, about 2.7 miles north-east, show how far back building around Troy Town goes. Older roofs nearby frequently mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Troy Town is about 6 miles north of East Grinstead, in Kent. Troy Town is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Here we cover the TN8 postcode area for roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Marlpit Hill (1 mile east), Edenbridge (1 mile south-east), Mowshurst (1 mile east), Merle Common (2 miles north-west) and Crockham Hill (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Sevenoaks (8 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles south-east), Tonbridge (10 miles east), Swanley (14 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (15 miles east) and Southborough (10 miles south-east).
What’s near Troy Town
In Troy Town, that means homes and buildings near The Swan pub, among other places. The closest station to Troy Town is Edenbridge station, roughly 0.9 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Tandridge Priory (2.8 miles north) and Haxted Watermill Museum (1.7 miles south). For a walk, there’s Botley Hill.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaks rarely show up straight away. Insulation, plaster and timber can all be damp before you see a stain. A survey can pick up the early signs from the loft. For an older or listed building in a place like Troy Town, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why us?
- Photographs and a written report every time
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
What we look for on each type of roof
Natural slate
Slate is one of the most durable roof coverings, but its nails frequently corrode first. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates.
Flat roof coverings
Some flat roofs have been coated over several times. If the covering would need opening up to know more, we say so.
What we cannot see
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Troy Town
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
Questions from Troy Town
Is my home in Troy Town listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you come out to Troy Town?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
When will the report arrive?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are looked at from your side.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Where it is safe, yes. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the loft space. The Premium Survey adds a drone where it applies.
What do you check on a roof survey?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it’s safe. You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
How do I book a survey in Troy Town?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How big the roof is
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Booking your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it is useful to mention:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Anything about access we should know
- When you need the report by
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.