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Roof Survey in Tyler Hill
Roof surveys in Tyler Hill and the rest of Kent. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
How a roof survey works in Tyler Hill
There’s no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, others want a check before selling or after years without one. The approach is the same in each case: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. Visits run seven days a week, so it is easy to find a day that suits. We survey clay and concrete tiles, ridges, hips and valleys and lead flashings, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps in the roof where coverings have gone and gutters that overflow in heavy rain.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Tyler Hill (CT2)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Tyler Hill
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Tyler Hill?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows, and Tyler Hill is within about 4 miles of the coast.
Do you cover smaller places like Tyler Hill?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. Asbestos testing isn’t part of our service. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do you look in the loft space?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The loft space can show things the outside cannot, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
What do you check on a roof survey?
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 applicable.
How much does a roof survey cost in Tyler Hill?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included.
What you can safely check yourself
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Letting agents and landlords in Tyler Hill book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof.
Prices for roof surveys in Tyler Hill
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- House, block, shop or office
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The roof’s overall size
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
What to tell us when you contact us
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Common roof problems in Tyler Hill
Flashings seal the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. Lead can crack, lift or slip with age, and mortar fillets crack away from the wall. Lead is also a target for theft.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
If you own a rental within reach of Canterbury West station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Before booking anyone
- What insurance they carry
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
Tyler Hill homes and their roofs
Tyler Hill is within about 4 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift. Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
For businesses in and around places like Whitefriars Shopping Centre, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak. Anyone responsible for a site like Blean Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Tyler Hill is about 2 miles north of Canterbury, in Kent. We visit Tyler Hill as part of our work across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small.
All of CT2 is covered for roof surveys. We cover properties on St Johns Crescent, Link Road and Summer Lane and the roads around them. Other places close to Tyler Hill include Hackington (1 mile south-east), Blean (1 mile west), Honey Hill (2 miles west), Radfall (2 miles north) and Denstroude (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (15 miles south-west), Margate (15 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles west), Ramsgate (15 miles east) and Whitstable (3 miles north-west).
Around Tyler Hill
Around Tyler Hill, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Tyler Hill Meadow, The Archbishop's School and St Edmund's School and the streets around them. Tyler Hill’s nearest station is Canterbury West station, roughly 1.6 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find Whitefriars Shopping Centre (2.2 miles south) and Canterbury Castle (2.2 miles south). For a walk, there’s Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
What we do, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos, emailed to you. As for time on site, it typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Around Tyler Hill, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Useful tips for Tyler Hill property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Mention any damp patches as you book
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. They’ll see each defect and its location, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Keep the loft space ventilated. Condensation builds up when air cannot move, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.