Kent · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Ditton, Kent
Get a clear view of the flat roof at a property in Ditton from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Outlets that hold water back
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
What we are asked to look at in Ditton
People go onto flat roofs for all sorts of reasons: cleaning windows, fitting aerials or air conditioning, or clearing gutters. A covering that wasn’t designed for foot traffic can crack or puncture. New brackets and fixings through the roof are another common source of leaks.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Standing water left after rain
- Upstands pulling away from walls
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St Peter's Church, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Flat roof survey in Ditton
Ponding is often the first sign that something on a flat roof is not right. It can mean the falls were never right, an outlet is blocked or the deck has started to sag. We record where water sits, check the outlets and look for dips that suggest deflection. If the deck itself looks like a structural concern, we’ll recommend a structural engineer. We survey EPDM rubber, upstands and outlets and mastic asphalt, and people most often book us about raised blisters across the surface and edge trims that have lifted or split.
Around Ditton, many homes have a garden room, garage or outbuilding with a flat roof. They’re easy to forget, but water through a garage roof can spoil whatever is stored inside. If you want them looked at too, mention them when you book, along with the main flat roof. Smaller roofs use the same coverings as bigger ones, from felt to rubber and GRP, and age in the same way.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Place
- Ditton (ME20)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
GRP fibreglass
A well-laid GRP roof often lasts up to about 30 years. Hairline cracks over board joints are an early warning we look out for.
EPDM rubber
An EPDM rubber roof is usually one large sheet, bonded to the deck. We check the laps, the edges, the corners and any punctures.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Flat and commercial roofs around Ditton
Starkey Castle, about 4.8 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ditton. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
Landlords with a home close to Aylesford station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. For businesses in and around places such as Fremlin Walk, the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after.
Ditton is about 4 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. We carry out flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Ditton. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
We cover every part of the ME20 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Streets in the area include London Road, Station Road and Scott Close, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Ditton: Aylesford (1 mile east), East Malling (1 mile west), Well Street (1 mile south-west), Allington (2 miles east) and West Malling (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (4 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west) and Gravesend (10 miles north).
Local landmarks in Ditton
We work in homes and buildings around Aylesford School, The Malling School and Kentish Quarryman pub, among other places. The closest station to Ditton is Aylesford station, roughly 0.6 miles north-east. A little further out are Leybourne Castle (1.6 miles north-west) and Fremlin Walk (3.1 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
What happens on the day
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Ditton is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- 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.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Preparing for the visit
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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Your questions about flat roof surveys in Ditton
Is my home in Ditton listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover smaller places like Ditton?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, which makes the report easy to follow.
Can you survey any kind of flat roof?
Felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes are all part of the work. We record what the covering is and how it is holding up.
Do you cover flat roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Offices, units, shops and blocks of flats are all part of our work. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size and access, so call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address.
How long does the survey take?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
Honest limits
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
Prices for flat roof surveys in Ditton
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Height and safe access
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Roof area
- Which survey package you book
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What to let us know when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Anything about access we should know
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The address and postcode of the property
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.