Kent · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Bobbing
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Bobbing. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Cracked or split membrane
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Book a survey every few years
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
After the visit, we write up the report with photos of what we found. It explains the covering, its condition and every defect, and what we recommend. Turnaround is within 48 hours for a Basic Survey, 24 to 48 hours for a Standard Survey and the same day for a Premium Survey.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, especially after the leaves fall. Water that can drain away does far less harm than water that sits.
How a flat roof survey works in Bobbing
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. The findings go into a written report with photos, setting out the defects and what we’d recommend. Typical surveys look at leaks around rooflights and blisters and bubbles in the covering, across EPDM rubber, upstands and outlets and single-ply membranes.
In a village or hamlet like Bobbing, flat roofs are normally on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Bobbing (ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Bobbing
Do you cover smaller places like Bobbing?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Bobbing, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it typically shows, and Bobbing is within about 3 miles of the coast.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on commercial buildings as well as homes. A commercial roof usually takes about 3 to 4 hours on site, longer if it is large or complex, and larger roofs are quoted for their size.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
Is ponding on a flat roof a problem?
Ponding is worth looking into. It frequently means a blocked outlet, poor falls or a dipping deck, and water that sits wears the covering sooner. Our survey notes the ponding and what seems to be causing it.
Can you test old roof sheets for asbestos?
We do not carry out asbestos surveys. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos, for example in cement roof sheets. We note anything that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check it before it’s disturbed.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Bobbing
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it when booking and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Different roofs, different checks
Single-ply membranes
Many offices, units and newer flats have a single-ply PVC or TPO roof. The survey looks at welded seams, edges, fixings and signs of damage.
EPDM rubber
EPDM is a synthetic rubber membrane, often laid in a single sheet on smaller roofs. We check the laps, the edges, the corners and any punctures.
What a flat roof survey looks like in Bobbing
Bobbing is within about 3 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Bartholomew are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. Take a building like Grove Park Primary School: schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Bobbing is about 2 miles west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. In Bobbing, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. Bobbing is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Every address in ME9 is within our area for flat roof surveys. Streets in the area include Bobbing Hill, Cold Harbour Lane and Ladyfields Close. Close by, we survey roofs in Keycol (1 mile west), Chestnut Street (1 mile south-west), Danaway (1 mile south-west), Newington (1 mile west) and Oad Street (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (9 miles south-west), Gravesend (15 miles west), Whitstable (14 miles east), Faversham (8 miles east), Minster (7 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (14 miles south-west).
What’s near Bobbing
We work in homes and buildings around Westlands School, among other places. The closest station to Bobbing is Newington station, about 1.4 miles west. A little further out are Court Hall Museum (1.4 miles east) and Bayford Court (1.9 miles east).
Towns and villages near Bobbing
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How it works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Somewhere as small as Bobbing, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that is safe.
- Every part of the roof we can see is checked: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- You get a written report with photos and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Prices for flat roof surveys in Bobbing
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The shape of the roof and its details
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Where the property is, with the postcode
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
What we are asked to look at in Bobbing
Flat roofs take the full force of the weather on a surface that drains 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.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Leaks around rooflights
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Pools of water lying on the roof
If you own a rental within reach of Newington station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone