Kent · London and the South East
Buttsole Flat Roof Survey
We carry out flat roof surveys in Buttsole and the rest of Kent. We survey seven days a week.
- Leaks around rooflights
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Raised blisters across the surface
Flat roof survey in Buttsole: what you get
A Basic Survey, from £150, covers a visual inspection, a condition report, photos and written recommendations. For moisture detection and a structural check, the Standard Survey starts from £250. Moisture readings are useful on flat roofs, where water can spread under the covering before it shows inside. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. If you’re worried about edge trims that have lifted or split and splits, cracks and crazing, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Buttsole, flat roofs are typically on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Buttsole (CT13, CT14)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat and commercial roofs around Buttsole
Buttsole is within about 5 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. Goodnestone Park, about 3.5 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Buttsole. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. Anyone responsible for a site like Eastry Church of England Primary School will know that schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Buttsole is about 4 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. If you are in Buttsole, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. There’s also a page for Canterbury.
Surveys in CT13 and CT14 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You’ll find streets such as Mill Lane, Liss Road and High Street, and we cover them all. If you’re just outside Buttsole, we cover Eastry (1 mile north), Ham (1 mile east), Statenborough (1 mile north-east), Marley (2 miles east) and Felderland (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (10 miles west), Margate (10 miles north), Dover (7 miles south), Folkestone (12 miles south-west), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Around Buttsole
We work in homes and buildings around Sandwich Technology School, Ham Fen and The Five Bells pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Buttsole is Sandwich station, about 2.5 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find The Precinct Toy Collection (2.8 miles north-east) and Sandown Castle (4.1 miles east). Not far away are Monk's Wall nature reserve.
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit normally takes about one to two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Older roofs in small places like Buttsole can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We look at the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- 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.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations and emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
What affects the price in Buttsole
We confirm the price for the job before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Helping us price your survey
There is no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Anything about access we should know
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Buttsole
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Around 15 to 20 years is common for felt, while EPDM often lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, though workmanship and upkeep make a big difference. A survey shows how yours is holding up, whatever its age.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Outlets that hold water back
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
If you own a rental within reach of Sandwich station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What happens after the report arrives
Roof by roof
EPDM rubber
An EPDM rubber roof is normally one large sheet, bonded to the deck. We check the laps, the edges, the corners and any punctures.
Mastic asphalt
Older asphalt can become brittle and crack as the roof moves. The report shows where it’s cracking and how far it seems to extend.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords, agents and building managers in Buttsole and across Kent can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Questions from Buttsole
Is my home in Buttsole listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Buttsole, take more of a battering?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Do you cover Buttsole for flat roof surveys?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and that includes Buttsole.
Do you go up onto the roof?
Where it is safe, the roof is inspected from the roof itself. Otherwise we use windows, vantage points and the spaces below, and we note any area we couldn’t see. Fragile surfaces are never walked on.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
How many years has my flat roof got left?
A precise figure is not something we give, because it depends on upkeep, weather and how the roof was laid. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Book a survey every few years
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
If you are buying, the report gives you something specific to take back to the seller or agent. It can support a request for work before completion or a conversation about price, depending on what we found.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.