Kent · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Broomfield, Kent
Get a clear view of the flat roof at a property in Broomfield from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Upstands pulling away from walls
Flat roof survey in Broomfield
Many commercial buildings and blocks of flats have big flat roofs. On a roof like this, a survey shows where the covering is wearing, where water is ponding and which outlets need attention. The photographed record helps you plan and budget for work. Commercial roofs are quoted for their size and access, so it helps if you call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a rough idea of the roof area. We survey EPDM rubber, felt flat roofs and upstands and outlets, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are outlets choked with leaves and silt and pools of water lying on the roof.
Somewhere as small as Broomfield, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Broomfield (ME17)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Fragile surfaces, which we don’t walk on
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
Questions from Broomfield
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Broomfield?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Broomfield within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
What does ponding on a flat roof mean?
Water that lies on a flat roof for days is a sign that something needs attention. It could be the outlets, the falls or a deflecting deck. The survey looks at each and records the likely cause.
How fast do I get the report?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
How many years has my flat roof got left?
We don’t put a figure on it. Typical ranges are around 15 to 20 years for felt, 30 to 50 for EPDM and up to about 30 for GRP, but the report tells you how your roof is really doing.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What does the report include?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put in order of urgency where relevant.
What else we do in Broomfield
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take an hour or two for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In a small place like Broomfield, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Before the survey
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
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Flat and commercial roofs around Broomfield
Historic houses such as Leeds Castle, about 0.4 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Broomfield goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
Landlords with a home close to Hollingbourne station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. If you live in an older home near Church of St Margaret, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Broomfield is about 5 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. We visit Broomfield as part of our work across Kent. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
Every address in ME17 is covered for flat roof surveys. We also cover the places around Broomfield: Chegworth (1 mile east), Ashbank (1 mile north-west), Kingswood (1 mile south), Eyhorne Street (1 mile north) and Leeds (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (5 miles west), Ashford (12 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (8 miles north-east), Faversham (12 miles north-east), Minster (14 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (10 miles west).
Local landmarks in Broomfield
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Park Gate Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Broomfield is Hollingbourne station, roughly 1.6 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Leeds Castle (less than half a mile north-west) and KIMS hospital (4.5 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Detling Hill.
What affects the price in Broomfield
When we price a survey, we consider:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
How the survey changes by roof type
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. We view them from safe positions and photograph what we see.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply relies on its welded laps staying sound. We check seams, corners and the joints around outlets and upstands.
Common roof problems in Broomfield
Many flat roof problems start at the details rather than the main surface. Upstands, trims, outlets and rooflight kerbs each move and weather in their own way. Where they weren’t finished well, they tend to fail before anything else.
We are often asked to look at:
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Outlets that hold water back
- Leaks around rooflights
Take a building like Leeds and Broomfield Church of England Primary School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
You get the report by email and can pass it to a roofer, your solicitor, the seller or your managing agent. It is written in plain English, with a photograph of each defect, so others can follow it without going up to look.
Get splits, lifted seams and loose trims seen to while they’re small. Prompt repairs tend to add years to a flat roof.