Medway · London and the South East
Roof survey in Wigmore, Medway
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Wigmore. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Worn or blocked valleys
About our roof survey in Wigmore
Roofs vary a lot across London and the South East. 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. Some older homes have clay tiles, and many have a flat-roofed extension as well. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. If you’re worried about debris building up in roof valleys and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a smaller place like Wigmore, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Place
- Wigmore (ME8)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. An overflow there sends water indoors. We check them before they cause trouble. In a smaller place like Wigmore, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing does not stay loose for long. Each storm lifts it a little further.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Photos and a written report every time
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Your questions about roof surveys in Wigmore
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Wigmore, take more of a battering?
It can do. Wigmore 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.
How do I find out if my home in Wigmore is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before you book. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. Our report notes any materials that might, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
Do you use drones?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
Towns and villages near Wigmore
What else we do in Wigmore
What this survey cannot tell you
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Wigmore
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Wigmore
Wigmore is within about 3 miles of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour. Restoration House, about 4.4 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Wigmore. Older homes in the wider area often 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.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Paul's Church, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Living close to Foxburrow Wood is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. Anyone responsible for a site like Park Wood Infant School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Wigmore is about 1 mile south-east of Gillingham, in Medway. We survey roofs in Wigmore and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across Medway. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
All of ME8 is within our area for roof surveys. Local streets include Durham Road, Harvey Road and Arthur Road, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Park Wood (1 mile south), Hempstead (1 mile west), Twydall (1 mile north), Gillingham (1 mile north-west) and Capstone (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Chatham (3 miles west), Rochester (5 miles north-west), Strood (6 miles north-west), Luton (3 miles west), Lordswood (3 miles south-west) and Hoo St Werburgh (5 miles north).
Landmarks near Wigmore
Typical jobs here are in homes near Foxburrow Wood, Howard School and The Railway pub. Wigmore’s nearest station is Rainham (Kent) station, about 1 mile north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Upnor Castle (4.6 miles north-west) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (3.6 miles north-west). The countryside around Wigmore includes Boxley Hills and Bishop Saltings.
What we do, step by step
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. All told, expect an hour or two on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. A visit to Wigmore is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed ahead of time. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Landlord and commercial surveys in Wigmore
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
We check the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings of each stack. Leaning stacks and loose pots are recorded.
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings close the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. We check for lead that has lifted, split or slipped.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Roof area
- The shape of the roof and its details
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.