Kent · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Fant, Kent
We carry out flat roof surveys in Fant and the rest of Kent. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Leaks around rooflights
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take an hour or two for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. In a smaller place like Fant, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there is access.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- We record every defect with a photo and its likely cause.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Flat roof survey in Fant: what you get
Flat roofs deal with rain in a very different way from pitched ones. Water lies on the surface for longer, so a small split or a blocked outlet can soon lead to a leak. The surface, the falls, the upstands and the trims are all looked at closely, and we look for signs that water has reached the deck. That way, defects are found before they reach the room below. We survey felt flat roofs, upstands and outlets and mastic asphalt, and common reasons people get in touch are upstands pulling away from walls and loose or cracked edge trims.
In a smaller place like Fant, some flat roofs sit in the open, where wind can catch loose edges and trims. Sun on a flat roof also ages felt and bitumen. The signs are splits, blisters and edges coming away, along with water that sits after rain. A flat roof that still holds water days after rain is also worth a closer look.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Fant (ME16, ME15)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from ground level
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
Different roofs, different checks
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. They’re inspected from safe positions and recorded with photographs.
EPDM rubber
An EPDM rubber roof is normally one large sheet, bonded to the deck. The survey looks at laps, edge trims, corners and signs of puncture.
For landlords and managing agents
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What a flat roof survey doesn’t cover
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- An exact number of years the roof has left
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Fant
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
Flat and commercial roofs around Fant
Historic houses such as Stoneacre, about 3.9 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Fant goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
Landlords with a home close to East Farleigh station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. Shop and office owners around Fremlin Walk may find that the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after. If you live in an older home near Parish Church of St Andrew, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Fant is about 2 miles west of Maidstone, in Kent. In Fant, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. Fant is one of the places in Kent we cover.
We survey roofs across the ME16 and ME15 postcode area for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Fant Lane, Glebe Lane and Burns Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Fant sits on or near the A26, so getting to you is simple. Other places close to Fant include East Farleigh (1 mile south), Kettle Corner (1 mile south-west), Dean Street (1 mile south), Barming Heath (1 mile west) and Hoppers Corner (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Sittingbourne (12 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (13 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-west), Gravesend (12 miles north-west), Tonbridge (10 miles south-west) and Northfleet (13 miles north-west).
Near you in Fant
Typical jobs here are in homes near Oakwood Park Grammar School, The Bull Inn and St Augustine Academy and the streets around them. The closest station to Fant is East Farleigh station, about 0.8 miles south. A little further out are Kent Fire Brigade Museum (1.2 miles south-east) and Fremlin Walk (1.4 miles north-east). Open spaces near Fant include Boxley Hills and Burham Down.
Towns and villages near Fant
What else we do in Fant
Fant: your questions answered
Is Fant within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Fant?
Yes, Fant is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, 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.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT.
How soon will I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email.
Do you go up onto the roof?
We inspect from wherever is safe: on the roof where it’s safe, and from windows, nearby vantage points and inside. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The size of the roof
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- What made you get in touch
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.