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Flat roof survey in Fawkham Green, Kent
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Fawkham Green. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Outlets that hold water back
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Ponding water that does not drain away
Flat roof survey in Fawkham Green: what you get
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 written report with photos and our recommendations. We’re often asked to look into ponding water that doesn’t drain away and cracked or split membrane, on mastic asphalt, felt flat roofs and GRP fibreglass.
Some older homes in villages like Fawkham Green are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. If you’re 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.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Fawkham Green (DA3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat roof surveys around Fawkham Green
Historic houses such as Lullingstone Castle, about 3.6 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Fawkham Green goes. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
If you own a rental within reach of Longfield station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. For an older house near a landmark such as Parish Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start. If you look after a building like New Ash Green Primary School, a large flat roof with plenty of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Fawkham Green is about 6 miles south-west of Northfleet, in Kent. We survey roofs in Fawkham Green as part of our work across London and the South East. Fawkham Green is one of the places in Kent where we work for flat roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
All of DA3 is within our area for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Fawkham Green Road, Brands Hatch Road and Valley Road or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Fawkham Green: Speed Gate (1 mile north-west), West Yoke (1 mile east), Ash (1 mile south-east), West Kingsdown (2 miles south-west) and Maplescombe (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (13 miles south-east), Dartford (6 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (7 miles south-west), Gravesend (6 miles north-east), Tonbridge (12 miles south) and Northfleet (6 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Fawkham Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near Longfield Academy and The Rising Sun pub. Fawkham Green’s nearest station is Longfield station, roughly 2.3 miles north-east. A little further out are Eynsford Castle (2.9 miles west) and Darent Valley Hospital (4.9 miles north).
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It normally takes an hour or two for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Rural addresses near Fawkham Green can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You let us know about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We check the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- You get a written report with photos and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Fawkham Green
Is Fawkham Green within the area you cover?
Yes, Fawkham Green is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is my home in Fawkham Green listed or in a conservation area?
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. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
What’s in the survey report?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take about 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. The written report follows by email.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Fawkham Green?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A small split in a flat roof is typically a modest job when it is found early. Leave it, and water can get into the insulation and deck, which can turn a patch into a replacement. Surveying it now tells you where you stand. Around Fawkham Green, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why us?
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Different roofs, different checks
Mastic asphalt
Without seams, asphalt tends to fail through cracking and at its skirtings. Our report notes crazing, cracks and any likely entry points.
Single-ply membranes
On single-ply roofs, the welds between sheets are the key detail. We check seams, corners and the joints around outlets and upstands.
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What affects the price in Fawkham Green
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How big the roof is
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- What’s prompted the survey
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
- Check new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
If anything in the report isn’t 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.
After heavy rain, look at the roof from an upstairs window if you can. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.