Kent · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Upper Hardres
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings around Upper Hardres, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
Roof surveys in Upper Hardres: local notes
Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. 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. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you own a rental within reach of Bekesbourne station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Peter and St Paul, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Upper Hardres is about 4 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Upper Hardres, the roof can be surveyed. Across Kent, we cover Upper Hardres.
Here we cover the CT4 postcode area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Broxhall Road and Hardres Court Road or a nearby road, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Lynsore Bottom (1 mile south-east), Pett Bottom (1 mile north-east), Lower Hardres (1 mile north), Petham (2 miles west) and Street End (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Ashford (11 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (10 miles south), Whitstable (10 miles north) and Deal (13 miles east).
What’s near Upper Hardres
Around Upper Hardres, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Duck pub. For rail, the closest station is Bekesbourne station, about 3.9 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Canterbury Castle (4.1 miles north) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (3.5 miles north).
How a roof survey works in Upper Hardres
Everything we check, we check safely: from ground level, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it is safe. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where applicable, which helps with tall or steep roofs. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Everything we see is photographed for the report. If you’ve noticed water stains on rafters and ceiling joists and debris building up in roof valleys, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Upper Hardres are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
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.
- Where
- Upper Hardres (CT4)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Which survey package you book
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The size of the roof
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Getting in touch
These details help when you get in touch:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Why it is worth a survey now in Upper Hardres
A small roof defect typically gets bigger. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and wet timber starts to decay. Catching it early means less to put right. Around Upper Hardres, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Upper Hardres
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Upper Hardres
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Upper Hardres. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Questions from Upper Hardres
Is Upper Hardres within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Upper Hardres?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Can you look at a roof that is joined to next door?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
We do not put a figure on it, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. Where we see something that needs a structural engineer, the report says so. We don’t provide structural calculations.
How do I book a survey in Upper Hardres?
Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
How soon is the report ready?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Rural addresses near Upper Hardres can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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What else we do in Upper Hardres
How the survey changes by roof type
Natural slate
From the loft, we look at the underside of a slate roof. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none, and we note its condition.
Chimney stacks
Each chimney’s pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are checked. Leaning stacks and loose pots are recorded.
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.