Kent · London and the South East
Roof survey in Wickhambreaux, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for roof surveys in Wickhambreaux. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Loose chimney pots
- Debris building up in roof valleys
Roof surveys in Wickhambreaux: local notes
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. With Goodnestone Park about 3.4 miles south-east, Wickhambreaux sits in an area with a long building history. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take a building like Wickhambreaux Church of England Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Andrew, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. If you let a flat or house near Bekesbourne station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Wickhambreaux is about 4 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. We survey roofs in Wickhambreaux as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small.
Every address in CT3 is within our area for roof surveys. You’ll find streets such as The Street, Wickham Court Lane and Seaton Road. Other places close to Wickhambreaux include Seaton (1 mile east), Ickham (1 mile south), Littlebourne (1 mile south-west), Bramling (1 mile south) and Bekesbourne (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (4 miles west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (10 miles east) and Broadstairs (12 miles north-east).
Around Wickhambreaux
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Rose Inn and Spires Academy and the streets around them. The closest station to Wickhambreaux is Bekesbourne station, about 2.6 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Canterbury Castle (4.8 miles west) and St Martins Hospital (3.4 miles west).
About our roof survey in Wickhambreaux
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, yet nails, battens and underlay often fail first. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. Common reasons to book are lifted, split or missing lead flashings and crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching, across chimney stacks, natural slate and the roof space.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. 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.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Wickhambreaux (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- A structural engineer’s report
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Natural slate
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Towns and villages near Wickhambreaux
Also in Wickhambreaux
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Why get it checked now?
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. When they do, water comes straight into the house. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Surveys seven days a week
- Plain-English reports with photos
The survey, 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. Notes and photos go into the written report. It normally takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Somewhere as small as Wickhambreaux, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or email us. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Useful tips for Wickhambreaux property owners
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. A few suggestions:
- Check we can open the loft hatch
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. You can ask us about anything that isn’t clear.
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. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
Wickhambreaux: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Wickhambreaux?
Yes. Wickhambreaux is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Can a landlord with a rental near Bekesbourne station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the building.
Can you look at a roof that is joined to next door?
Yes, we can. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we will say so.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Will you climb onto the roof?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and Premium includes a drone where it applies.
How much does a roof survey cost in Wickhambreaux?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.