Medway · London and the South East
Upper Bush Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for roof surveys in Upper Bush. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
How a roof survey works in Upper Bush
Roofs vary a lot across London and South East England. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, and many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles instead. We adapt the survey to the roof in front of us. Some older homes have clay tiles, and many have a flat-roofed extension as well. Every part gets the attention it needs. We survey the roof space, chimney stacks and natural slate, and people most often book us about water stains on rafters and ceiling joists and valley linings that have cracked or split.
In a small place like Upper Bush, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Place
- Upper Bush (ME2)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
We confirm the price for your roof before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How big the roof is
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The shape of the roof and its details
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before you book.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Roof surveys in Upper Bush: local notes
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Anyone responsible for a site like Cuxton Community Infant School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Michael and All Angels, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Landlords with a home close to Cuxton station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Upper Bush is about 3 miles west of Rochester, in Medway. From houses to flats and shops in Upper Bush, we can survey the roof. Upper Bush is one of the towns and villages in Medway we cover for roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
All of ME2 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Close by, we survey roofs in Lower Bush (1 mile north-east), Cuxton (1 mile east), North Halling (1 mile south-east), Halling (2 miles south) and Cobham (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Gillingham (6 miles east), Chatham (4 miles east), Rochester (3 miles east), Rainham (8 miles east), Luton (4 miles east) and Park Wood (7 miles east).
Around Upper Bush
Around Upper Bush, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Strood Academy, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Cuxton station, roughly 1.2 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Rochester Castle (3 miles east) and Six Poor Travellers House (3.1 miles east). Not far away are Ranscombe Farm and Gad's Hill.
Tips from our surveys
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Let us know about past leaks
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. The photos show what we found and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Compare each report with the last.
Checking the roof from the ground
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
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Why act early in Upper Bush
Leaving it means relying on what you can see from the ground. That can lead to the wrong work being done, or miss the fault that matters. We tell you what’s really needed. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Visits on any day of the week
- Every finding written up with photos
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
Upper Bush questions
How do I find out if my home in Upper Bush is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Upper Bush?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
What does a roof survey include?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
How much does a roof survey cost in Upper Bush?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, call 07833 053749 or email us.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Where it’s safe, yes. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the loft space. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, we can. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we’ll say so.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Felt flat roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We check how the covering is wearing.
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead-lined valleys and gutters are common on older homes. Worn or split lead lets water straight in.
How it works
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. For a village or hamlet like Upper Bush, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Arrange a survey
For a price for roof surveys in Upper Bush, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.