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Flat roof survey in Farleigh Green, Kent
Not sure what state the flat roof is in? You can book a flat roof survey in Farleigh Green and across Kent.
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Cracked or split membrane
How a flat roof survey works in Farleigh Green
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. You get a report with photographs and our recommendations. Common reasons to book are leaks around rooflights and ponding water that doesn’t drain away, on mastic asphalt, upstands and outlets and EPDM rubber.
In a small place like Farleigh Green, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are normally the first part of a flat roof to go.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Farleigh Green (ME15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply membranes can be damaged by foot traffic and equipment on the roof. Any tears, punctures or loose membrane are recorded with photos.
Felt and built-up roofs
The edges and upstands of a felt roof are typically where trouble starts. We check each one and photograph any that have split or pulled away.
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a flat roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
- Note where water lies after a downpour
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
Buyers can take the findings back to the seller or the agent. You might ask for work to be done before completion, or discuss the price, depending on the findings.
Book a survey every few years, and again after new fixings, units or rooflights go in. You will spot changes early and have a record to look back on.
When to book a survey in Farleigh Green
A flat roof lies open to sun, rain and frost, and water drains off it slowly. Over the years, coverings harden, crack and start to come away at the edges. People normally call us when a leak appears, before a purchase, or when the roof may be near the end of its life.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Splits, cracks and crazing
Take an older house close to All Saints Church: later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Before booking anyone
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- How soon the report will arrive
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
Places near Farleigh Green
What else we do in Farleigh Green
Flat and commercial roofs around Farleigh Green
Historic houses such as Stoneacre, about 4.9 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Farleigh Green goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like 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. 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. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Fremlin Walk, a flat roof over a business is out of sight and out of mind until it leaks. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as East Farleigh Primary School, a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Farleigh Green is about 3 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. We survey roofs in Farleigh Green and the rest of Kent. Farleigh Green is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for flat roof surveys.
All of ME15 is within our area for flat roof surveys. Other places close to Farleigh Green include Hoppers Corner (1 mile north), West Farleigh (1 mile west), Kettle Corner (1 mile north-east), Barming Heath (1 mile north) and East Farleigh (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (3 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (12 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north) and Tonbridge (9 miles south-west).
Around Farleigh Green
We work in homes and buildings around Quarry Wood, Oakwood Park Grammar School and The Tickled Trout pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Farleigh Green is East Farleigh station, roughly 1 mile north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Fremlin Walk (3 miles north-east) and Allington Castle (3.7 miles north-east).
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit normally takes about one to two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. In a hamlet or village like Farleigh Green, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk 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.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Getting a price
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
Common questions in Farleigh Green
Do you carry out roof surveys in Farleigh Green?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Will you come out to Farleigh Green?
Yes. Farleigh Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
How soon will I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. All of them come by email.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Can you test old roof sheets for asbestos?
Our survey doesn’t include asbestos testing. Older buildings, from before 2000, may have asbestos in cement sheets or soffits. We note anything that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check it before it’s disturbed.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Standing water a day or two after rain typically needs attention. The cause may be the outlets, the falls or the deck. The survey looks at each and records the likely cause.
How we price flat roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- House, block, shop or office
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- When you need the report by
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.