London and the South East

Flat Roof Survey in Kent

Wherever you are in Kent, our roof surveyors can carry out flat roof surveys. Clear prices including VAT, and surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.

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Flat roof survey in every part of Kent

In short: surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings. The lists below link to a page for each place, or get in touch to book a survey.

Largest places

About flat roof surveys in Kent

A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. The findings go into a written report with photos, setting out the defects and what we’d recommend. We survey single-ply membranes, GRP fibreglass and felt flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are blisters and bubbles in the covering and a sagging deck under the covering.

Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes about one to two hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer.

You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there is access.
The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.

How our prices work

There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.

Why choose Independent Roof Survey

Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
An independent look at the roof
Packages from £150, with VAT included
Visits on any day of the week

Booking a survey

Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.

What’s near Maidstone

Typical jobs here are in homes near Paper Makers Arms, Maidstone Grammar School and St Philip's Church, among other places. Other local landmarks include River Len LNR (under half a mile north-east), South Borough Primary School (under half a mile south) and St Augustine Academy (1.2 miles west). Maidstone’s nearest station is Maidstone West station, about 0.6 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Maidstone Carriage Museum (under half a mile north-west) and Oakwood Hospital (1.8 miles west). For a walk, there’s Burham Down and Boxley Hills.

Flat roof surveys across Kent: local notes

Flat roofs on homes across Kent normally wear out well before the main roof. Felt often lasts around 15–20 years, while EPDM and GRP generally last longer.

Across London and South East England, older homes often have slate or clay tiles, while many later ones have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed extensions and dormers are common everywhere. That variety shapes every survey in Kent. Some of Kent sits close to the sea, so wind can decide whether a drone flies or a roof can be reached safely. A windy forecast can mean a change of date.

Maidstone: Landlords with a home close to Maidstone West station may find that flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. Shop and office owners around The Mall Maidstone may find that outlets and upstands on commercial flat roofs are the places to check before trouble starts.

DIY checks: what’s safe

Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.

Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.

How the survey changes by roof type

Felt and built-up roofs

The edges and upstands of a felt roof are usually where trouble starts. We check each one and photograph any that have split or pulled away.

Rooflights and upstands

The joins around rooflights and at upstands are common leak points. We look at how the covering is finished around each rooflight and upstand.

Prices for flat roof surveys in Kent

The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:

Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
The size of the roof

Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.

Helping us price your survey

If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:

Any deadline, like an exchange date
Where the property is, with the postcode
The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof

Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.

Before and after the survey

Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:

Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss

Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, giving you a chance to go through what we found.

Clear leaves and silt from outlets and gutters, above all in autumn. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.

What we’re asked to look at in Kent

A flat roof lies open to sun, rain and frost, and water drains off it slowly. Over the years, coverings harden, crack and start to come away at the edges. Most people book a survey after a leak, before buying, or when they think the roof is getting old.

Problems we come across frequently include:

A sagging deck under the covering
Raised blisters across the surface
Loose or cracked edge trims
Blocked or damaged outlets

Questions from Kent

Will you fly a drone over my roof?

Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.

Do you cover flat roofs on blocks of flats?

Yes. We survey flat roofs on commercial buildings as well as homes. Expect about 3 to 4 hours on site for most commercial roofs, with larger roofs quoted on their size.

Do I need to be at home?

It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.

What’s the best way to book?

To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you need to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.

Can you survey a shared roof?

Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.

What happens next?

You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.

Will the survey show why my flat roof is leaking?

We check the covering and every detail where leaks commonly start, and photograph anything that could be letting water in. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.