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Roof survey in Uplees, Kent
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. Roof surveys in Uplees.
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
Different roofs, different checks
Clay plain and peg tiles
Handmade and machine-made clay tiles are long-lasting. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles, and for spalling where the surface has flaked.
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual inspection of the stack, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. If a specialist is needed, we will say so.
Roof survey in Uplees: what you get
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common in felt, EPDM rubber, GRP or asphalt. They’re included alongside the main roof, including signs of standing water, splits and tired upstands. A flat roof usually wears out sooner than a pitched one, so they deserve a proper look. Felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. We survey chimney stacks, ridges, hips and valleys and clay and concrete tiles, and people most often book us about valley linings that have cracked or split and condensation or damp timbers in the loft.
Somewhere as small as Uplees, 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. 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.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Uplees (ME13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Uplees
Uplees is within about 1 mile of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, while driving rain finds any gap. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
Living close to Oare Marshes is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. Anyone responsible for a site like Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. Take an older house close to Church of St Peter: its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Uplees is about 2 miles north of Faversham, in Kent. We survey roofs in Uplees and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
We work across the ME13 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Oare (1 mile south-east), Four Oaks (2 miles south-west), Davington (2 miles south), The Brents (2 miles south-east) and Deerton Street (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (14 miles south), Canterbury (10 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (6 miles west), Whitstable (7 miles east), Herne Bay (12 miles east) and Minster (6 miles north-west).
What’s near Uplees
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Three Mariners Inn and Oare Marshes and the streets around them. The closest station to Uplees is Faversham station, roughly 2.4 miles south-east. A little further out are Newnham Castle (4.9 miles south-west).
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a hamlet or village like Uplees, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To get started, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Without a survey, you are guessing at what the roof needs. That can lead to the wrong work being done, or miss the fault that matters. We tell you what’s really needed. In a place like Uplees, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
For a price for your roof in Uplees, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What you get with us
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
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What we cannot see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- A structural engineer’s report
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Uplees
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
How we price roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Which survey package you book
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Booking your survey
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
Your questions about roof surveys in Uplees
Is my home in Uplees listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can a landlord with a rental near Faversham station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you as you book.