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Roof Survey in Wouldham
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Wouldham. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
Common roof problems in Wouldham
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable roofing membranes came into use in the UK in the late 1990s, so many older roofs have bitumen felt underlay, and some very old roofs have no underlay at all. Felt that has torn or perished stops doing its job.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
If you own a rental within reach of Halling station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Before booking anyone
- Their insurance cover
- Will the report include photos?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
Roof survey in Wouldham
There’s no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, while others just want to know where they stand. The approach is the same in each case: a careful look, then a clear written report. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. If you’re worried about slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Wouldham, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it is normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Wouldham (ME1)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Rural addresses near Wouldham can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Before the survey
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Questions from Wouldham
Is my home in Wouldham listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
I let a flat near Halling station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access when booking.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or a downpour, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
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 chimneys and party-wall upstands are looked at from your side.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Where it’s safe, yes. We also inspect from ground level, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. The Premium Survey adds a drone where it applies.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book.
Why act early in Wouldham
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 Wouldham, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why us?
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Every finding written up with photos
- Visits on any day of the week
What affects the price in Wouldham
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What to tell us when you get in touch
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, it is useful to mention:
- When you need the report by
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The address and postcode of the property
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Honest limits
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
Nearby places to Wouldham
What else we do in Wouldham
Local roofs in Wouldham
About 0.9 miles north lies Starkey Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Wouldham has been built on. 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. Wouldham is about 2 miles from Rochester Airport. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, 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 such as Holborough Marshes, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.
Wouldham is about 3 miles west of Chatham, in Medway. We survey roofs in Wouldham and the rest of Medway. Wouldham is one of the places in Medway we cover for roof surveys. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Roof surveys in ME1 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a roof survey at a property on High Street, Oldfield Drive and Meadow Way or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Peters Village (1 mile south), Halling (1 mile west), Scarborough (1 mile south-east), Holborough (1 mile south-west) and North Halling (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Gillingham (5 miles east), Chatham (3 miles east), Rochester (3 miles north-east), Rainham (6 miles east), Strood (3 miles north) and Luton (4 miles east).
Local landmarks in Wouldham
We work in homes and buildings around Holborough Marshes, The Five Bells pub and The Thomas Aveling School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Halling station, about 0.6 miles west. Nearby you will also find Rochester Castle (3.3 miles north-east) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (3.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Wouldham includes Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.