Kent · London and the South East
Westenhanger Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for roof surveys in Westenhanger. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
How a roof survey works in Westenhanger
The report is written for you, in plain language. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and where it’s relevant we say what’s urgent and what can wait. With the Standard Survey you also get moisture detection and a structural check. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where applicable and a same-day report. Reports are sent by email. If you’ve noticed ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and worn lead at chimneys and abutments, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Westenhanger, 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.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Westenhanger (CT21)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit typically takes about one to two hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Cottages and farmhouses around Westenhanger frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
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For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up. It helps you see whether anything has changed, and whether work has done its job.
Look at your roof from the ground after strong winds. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
What this survey cannot tell you
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Common questions in Westenhanger
Is the coastal weather around Westenhanger hard on roofs?
It can do. Westenhanger is within about 3 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Will you come out to Westenhanger?
Yes, Westenhanger is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you as you book.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as a figure. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
What a roof survey looks like in Westenhanger
Westenhanger is within about 3 miles of the coast, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. The wider area around Westenhanger has a long history of building, with Westenhanger Castle about 0.3 miles north-west. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
The streets around a church such as All Saints Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you live near a park like Sandling Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If you own a rental within reach of Westenhanger station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Westenhanger is about 2 miles north-west of Hythe, in Kent. We visit Westenhanger as part of our work across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Westenhanger is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for roof surveys. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
All of CT21 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Close by, we survey roofs in Newingreen (1 mile south), Berwick (1 mile south), Pedlinge (1 mile south-east), Lympne (1 mile south-west) and Sandling (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (8 miles north-west), Canterbury (13 miles north), Dover (12 miles east), Folkestone (6 miles east), Tower Hamlets (12 miles east) and Hawkinge (6 miles east).
Local landmarks in Westenhanger
Around Westenhanger, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Brockhill Park Performing Arts College, Sandling Park and The Royal Oak Public House and the streets around them. Westenhanger has its own railway station: Westenhanger station. Nearby you’ll also find Hythe Museum (2.5 miles south-east) and Royal Victoria Hospital (5.8 miles east). For a walk, there’s Hatch Park and Tolsford Hill.
DIY checks: what’s safe
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. Do not go up yourself.
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.
What affects the price in Westenhanger
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Building height and the viewpoints available
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The address and postcode of the property
- When you need the report by
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.