Kent · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Capel, Kent
Flat roof surveys in Capel, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
Flat roof survey in Capel: what you get
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. If you’re worried about edge trims that have lifted or split and pools of water lying on the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on upstands and outlets, GRP fibreglass and EPDM rubber alike.
Somewhere as small as Capel, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Location
- Capel (TN12)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Capel
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer.
Towns and villages near Capel
Also in Capel
DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A survey can show whether a whole new roof is needed or whether the problems are in a few places. At times the trouble is a handful of failed details, and at times the whole covering is worn. Our report gives you the evidence to discuss with a roofer. In a place like Capel, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- An independent view of the roof
- Visits on any day of the week
- Prices that include VAT
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Local flat roofs in Capel
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Thomas à Becket are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. For landlords with property near Paddock Wood station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. If you look after a building such as Capel Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Capel is about 3 miles south-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. Roofs in Capel get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Every address in TN12 is covered for flat roof surveys. Whether your property is on Redwood Park, Alders Road and Church Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Five Oak Green (1 mile north-east), Colt's Hill (1 mile east), Crockhurst Street (1 mile west), Tudeley (1 mile north-west) and Tudeley Hale (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (10 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (10 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (4 miles south-west), Tonbridge (3 miles north-west), Kings Hill (7 miles north) and Foley Park (11 miles north-east).
Near you in Capel
We work in homes and buildings around Foal Hurst Wood, The Dovecote Inn and Mascalls School and the streets around them. The closest station to Capel is Paddock Wood station, about 2 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Tonbridge Castle (3.4 miles north-west) and Tunbridge Wells Hospital (2.5 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve and Barden Lake.
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. In a hamlet or village like Capel, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- Every part of the roof we can see is looked at: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Advice
What a flat roof survey does not cover
A survey is a careful look at the flat roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
- Parts of the roof that aren’t safe to walk on or view
- An exact number of years the roof has left
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Capel
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
FAQs for Capel
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Capel?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s 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 you cover Capel?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Capel is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Will you check the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
What’s in the survey report?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos. The most urgent items are made clear.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Standing water a day or two after rain usually needs attention. The cause may be the outlets, the falls or the deck. The survey looks at each and records the likely cause.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
Many people send the report to two or three roofers for quotes. With each roofer working from the same list, comparing quotes is simpler. It’s your choice who carries out the work and when.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.