Kent · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Anvil Green
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Anvil Green, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Water getting in at rooflights
Flat and commercial roofs around Anvil Green
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Next to the main roofs there’s normally a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Bartholomew, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. Landlords with a home close to Chilham station may find that a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Anvil Green is about 5 miles south-west of Wincheap, in Kent. We provide flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Anvil Green. We cover towns and villages across Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Here we cover the CT4 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Petham (2 miles north-east), Garlinge Green (2 miles north), Mystole (3 miles north), Upper Hardres (3 miles east) and Shalmsford Street (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Ashford (8 miles south-west), Canterbury (6 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-west), Folkestone (11 miles south-east) and Whitstable (10 miles north).
What’s near Anvil Green
Around Anvil Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Compasses Inn. The nearest railway station is Chilham station, about 3.1 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Chilham Castle (3.5 miles north-west) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (5.1 miles north-east).
How a flat roof survey works in Anvil Green
A flat roof does not shed water the way a pitched roof does. Because rain sits on it for longer, a small split, an open seam or a blocked outlet matters more. We check the surface, the falls, the upstands and the edge trims, and we note any sign that the deck below has got wet. That way, defects are found before they reach the room below. If you’ve noticed raised blisters across the surface and ponding water that doesn’t drain away, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a small place like Anvil Green, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, typically show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are normally the first part of a flat roof to go.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Anvil Green (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Anvil Green
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That’s where a survey comes in.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- Check new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
For landlords and building managers, the report is a dated record of the roof’s condition. It is useful when planning upkeep and setting budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
Keep foot traffic on a flat roof to a minimum. Where someone does need access, ask them to use boards or a protected route, and to keep well clear of rooflights and fragile sheeting.
How we price flat roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The roof’s overall size
- The shape of the roof and its details
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Helping us price your survey
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What made you get in touch
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Around Anvil Green, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- We check the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
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What we can’t see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Areas we cannot see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
Questions from Anvil Green
Is Anvil Green in the area you cover?
Yes, Anvil Green is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Anvil Green?
Yes, Anvil Green is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
Do you use drones?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
No. We look closely at the flat roof rather than the whole building. It complements a RICS home survey rather than replacing it, and structural calculations need a structural engineer.
How do I book a survey in Anvil Green?
Simply call 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
What do I do with the report?
The report arrives by email, with photographs and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.