Kent · London and the South East
Wilsley Pound Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for roof surveys in Wilsley Pound. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
Roof survey in Wilsley Pound
Our report is written in plain English, not jargon. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and we rank them by urgency where that helps. 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. Each report is emailed to you. We’re frequently asked to look into loose ridge or hip tiles and leaking gutter joints and downpipes, across flat roofs, chimney stacks and the roof space.
Somewhere as small as Wilsley Pound, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Wilsley Pound (TN17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Older roofs in small places like Wilsley Pound can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- You let us know 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.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
How to book
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we will suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
How we price roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Height and safe access
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- How big the roof is
For a price for your roof in Wilsley Pound, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What made you get in touch
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Roof surveys in Wilsley Pound: local notes
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Older houses across Kent frequently 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.
Trees in and around Crane Valley shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. Anyone responsible for a site like Cranbrook Church of England Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. Landlords with a home close to Staplehurst station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Wilsley Pound is about 11 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Anywhere in Wilsley Pound, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Wilsley Pound is one of the places in Kent we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Roof surveys in TN17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover the places around Wilsley Pound: Sissinghurst (1 mile east), Wilsley Green (1 mile south-west), Cranbrook Common (1 mile north-east), Flishinghurst (2 miles west) and Colliers Green (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles west), Tonbridge (13 miles north-west), Kings Hill (13 miles north-west) and Foley Park (12 miles north).
Near you in Wilsley Pound
In Wilsley Pound, that means homes and buildings near Cranbrook School, Crane Valley and The Bull Public House, among other places. Wilsley Pound’s nearest station is Staplehurst station, roughly 4.4 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Benenden Hospital (3.4 miles south-east) and Sissinghurst Castle (1.6 miles east).
What we cannot see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will point you to the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
What we look for on each type of roof
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but its nails often corrode first. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted, and for clips that show past repairs.
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings and valleys are where many leaks start. That is why we check them closely.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Before you put a home on the market, it helps to know the roof’s condition. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them. For older village homes like those around Wilsley Pound, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent view of the roof
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
Common questions in Wilsley Pound
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Staplehurst station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is Wilsley Pound within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
What’s the best way to book?
It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we will point you to the right survey. Surveys run seven days a week.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
All the main parts of the roof: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.