Kent · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Broad Street, Kent
Independent flat roof surveys in Broad Street. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Cracked or split membrane
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Broad Street
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets and rooflights. We cover felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply roofs. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. You get a written report with photos and our recommendations. We survey single-ply membranes, mastic asphalt and upstands and outlets, and people most frequently book us about splits, cracks and crazing and water getting in at rooflights.
In a small place like Broad Street, 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. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Broad Street (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Ponding seldom gets better on its own. Most often it means blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is dipping, and every wet spell adds to the wear. Finding the cause now keeps more options open. For an older or listed building in a place like Broad Street, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Broad Street
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Surveys seven days a week
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 98% of clients satisfied
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
What you can safely check yourself
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
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.
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
Also near Broad Street
Also in Broad Street
How the survey changes by roof type
Single-ply membranes
On single-ply roofs, the welds between sheets are the key detail. We look at seams, corners and the joints around outlets and upstands.
Felt and built-up roofs
The edges and upstands of a felt roof are normally where trouble starts. Every upstand and edge is checked, with photos of any that have lifted or cracked.
Broad Street: your questions answered
Do you cover Broad Street?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Broad Street is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
Is my home in Broad Street listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
What does a roof survey cost?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. Commercial and residential flat roofs are both covered. A commercial roof normally takes about 3 to 4 hours on site, longer if it’s large or complex, and larger roofs are quoted for their size.
Can you survey any kind of flat roof?
Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply roofs are all covered. If you do not know what your roof is, we’ll identify it on the day.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
We don’t give a fixed number of years, because it depends on upkeep, weather and how the roof was laid. We describe the condition and say which work is urgent and which can wait.
What a flat roof survey looks like in Broad Street
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Next to the main roofs there is normally a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. About 2.3 miles south lies Leeds Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Broad Street has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
If you own a rental within reach of Hollingbourne station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Broad Street is about 4 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. We survey roofs in Broad Street and the rest of Kent. Broad Street is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work.
Every address in ME17 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on Broad Street Hill and Pilgrims Way and the roads around them. We also cover Hucking (1 mile north-east), Hollingbourne (1 mile south-east), Eyhorne Street (1 mile south), Ashbank (2 miles south) and Bicknor (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (4 miles west), Ashford (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (6 miles north-east), Gravesend (15 miles north-west), Faversham (12 miles east) and Minster (12 miles north-east).
Near you in Broad Street
Around Broad Street, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Hook and Hatchet pub and White Horse Wood. The nearest railway station is Hollingbourne station, about 1.1 miles south. A little further out are Leeds Castle (2.3 miles south) and KIMS hospital (2.9 miles west). Not far away are Detling Hill.
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older roofs in small places like Broad Street can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We check the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
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Prices for flat roof surveys in Broad Street
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- House, block, shop or office
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
To get a price for flat roof surveys in Broad Street, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.