Flat roof survey in Broadwater Down, Kent

Flat roof survey in Broadwater Down

Water through a flat roof doesn’t always come in where the stain is. It can run along the deck from a split, an open lap or a failed upstand some distance away. Our survey covers the whole roof, not just the part above the mark, with photographs of anything that could be letting water in. Whoever carries out the work then has a clear starting point. We survey GRP fibreglass, single-ply membranes and upstands and outlets, and common reasons people get in touch are failed seals around rooflight kerbs and blistering in felt or asphalt.

In a smaller place like Broadwater Down, some flat roofs sit in the open, so wind catches loose edges and trims. Sun on a flat roof also ages felt and bitumen. The signs are splits, blisters and edges coming away. A flat roof that still holds water days after rain is also worth a closer look.

If any part of the flat roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.

What happens on the day

We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. All told, expect an hour or two at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Broadwater Down is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.

1. You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
2. Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
3. We view the roof from safe positions and never walk on fragile surfaces.
4. Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
5. The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.

Preparing for the visit

• Leave a clear route to the loft
• Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
• Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared

Book a survey

We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.

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How we price flat roof surveys

Our packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:

• House, block, shop or office
• Height and safe access
• The use of thermal imaging or a drone
• The size of the roof

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.

Getting in touch

Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:

• Where water is showing inside, if it is
• Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
• Your timetable, such as an exchange date
• Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window

Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.

Practical tips

A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:

• Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
• Book a survey every few years
• Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
• Note the date and type of any roof work

Buyers can take the findings back to the seller or the agent. You might ask for work to be done before completion, or discuss the price, depending on the findings.

Try not to let a flat roof become a walkway. Where someone does need access, ask them to use boards or a protected route, and to keep well clear of rooflights and fragile sheeting.