Medway · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Cuxton, Medway
Flat roof surveys across Cuxton, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Standing water left after rain
- Leaks around rooflights
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
The survey, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. For a village or hamlet like Cuxton, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- We look at the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Flat roof survey in Cuxton
A flat roof leak frequently travels before it shows on the ceiling. It can run along the deck from a split, an open lap or a failed upstand some distance away. That is why we check every detail across the roof, not only the area above the stain, with photos of anything that could be letting water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. We survey GRP fibreglass, mastic asphalt and single-ply membranes, and people most often book us about pools of water lying on the roof and edge trims that have lifted or split.
Older buildings in small places like Cuxton may be listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. If you are planning work, check with the council first. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
The report records the flat roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Place
- Cuxton (ME2)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
EPDM rubber
A rubber roof can last 30 to 50 years, provided its details were done well. Those details are where we focus.
Mastic asphalt
Without seams, asphalt tends to fail through cracking and at its skirtings. We record any crazing or splits and where water may be getting in.
Flat roof surveys around Cuxton
Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Next to the main roofs there’s usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. Starkey Castle, about 0.9 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Cuxton. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you own a rental within reach of Cuxton station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. Anyone responsible for a site like Cuxton Community Infant School will know that schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Cuxton is about 2 miles south-west of Rochester, in Medway. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Cuxton can all book flat roof surveys. Across Medway, we cover Cuxton and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
We survey roofs across ME2 for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. You’ll find streets like Station Road, Charles Drive and James Road, and we cover them all. Other places close to Cuxton include Lower Bush (1 mile west), North Halling (1 mile south-west), Upper Bush (1 mile west), Borstal (1 mile east) and Halling (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Gillingham (5 miles east), Chatham (4 miles east), Rainham (7 miles east), Luton (4 miles east), Park Wood (7 miles east) and Lordswood (5 miles south-east).
Around Cuxton
Around Cuxton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Baty's Marsh and Strood Academy, among other places. Cuxton has its own railway station: Cuxton station. Other landmarks nearby include Rochester Castle (2.3 miles north-east) and French Hospital (2.4 miles east). The countryside around Cuxton includes Ranscombe Farm and Gad's Hill.
What you can safely check yourself
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
Places near Cuxton
What else we do in Cuxton
What we’re asked to look at in Cuxton
People go onto flat roofs for all sorts of reasons: to clean windows, fit aerials or air conditioning units, or reach a gutter. Each visit can damage a covering not made for regular foot traffic. Fixings added through the covering often start leaks too.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Splits and cracks in the covering
If you live in an older home near Church of St Michael and All Angels, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What exactly goes into their report
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Which limits apply to the survey
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Height and safe access
- House, block, shop or office
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
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.
Helping us price your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it’s useful to mention:
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Cuxton: your questions answered
Is Cuxton in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you come out to Cuxton?
Yes. Cuxton is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
No. It’s a survey of the flat roof. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 home survey or a structural engineer’s report. It frequently sits alongside a buyer’s building survey.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report, and it doesn’t include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
When does the report arrive?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
- Book a survey every few years
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
If anything in the report is not clear, just ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, particularly after the leaves fall. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.