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West Kingsdown Roof Survey
Wondering about the roof at a property in West Kingsdown? You can book a roof survey in West Kingsdown and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
About our roof survey in West Kingsdown
Across London and the South East, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. If you’ve noticed leaking gutter joints and downpipes and slates or tiles that have slipped or broken, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Around West Kingsdown, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are usually where the work is. The fixings under an older roof frequently fail before good slates or tiles do.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- West Kingsdown (TN15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
We check the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings of each stack. We note any lean or loose pots.
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Cracks in a lead valley can send water into the roof, and lead is a target for theft.
Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Keep the report with your property records
- Stay off ladders and the roof
The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up. It helps you see whether anything has changed.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
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What this survey cannot tell you
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- An exact number of years the roof has left
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in West Kingsdown
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
FAQs for West Kingsdown
Will you come out to West Kingsdown?
Yes, West Kingsdown is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in West Kingsdown?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the loft space where there’s safe access. You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
How do I book a survey in West Kingsdown?
To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
What happens on the day
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. A visit to a smaller place like West Kingsdown is no different on the day: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it’s safe. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Book a survey
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
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Can I check my roof myself?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Roof surveys in West Kingsdown: local notes
Lullingstone Castle, about 2.8 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around West Kingsdown. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Take a building like West Kingsdown CofE VC Primary School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. The streets around a church like Church of Saint Edmund are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. If you let a flat or house near Eynsford station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
West Kingsdown is about 6 miles north-east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. If you’re in West Kingsdown, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Kent. Maidstone is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: TN15. If you need a roof survey at a property on Church Road, London Road and Hever Wood Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to West Kingsdown include Maplescombe (1 mile north-west), Knatts Valley (1 mile south-west), East Hill (1 mile south-west), Fawkham Green (2 miles north-east) and Ash (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (13 miles south-east), Dartford (7 miles north), Sevenoaks (6 miles south-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles south), Gravesend (8 miles north-east) and Tonbridge (10 miles south).
Near you in West Kingsdown
The nearest railway station is Eynsford station, roughly 2.6 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Otford Heritage Centre (3.8 miles south-west) and Eynsford Castle (2.6 miles north-west).
What affects the price in West Kingsdown
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How big the roof is
- Height and safe access
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.