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Flat Roof Survey in Fleeden
Independent flat roof surveys in Fleeden. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Leaks around rooflights
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
Flat roof survey in Fleeden
Water through a flat roof does not always come in where the stain is. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. Our survey covers the whole roof, not just the part above the mark, and photograph anything that could let water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. Typical surveys look at damaged trims at the roof edge and failed seals around rooflight kerbs, on mastic asphalt, GRP fibreglass and upstands and outlets.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Fleeden take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, typically show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are usually the first part of a flat roof to go.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Fleeden (TN26)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Anything about access we should know
- The property’s address and postcode
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Places near Fleeden
Other services in Fleeden
Different roofs, different checks
Rooflights and upstands
The joins around rooflights and at upstands are common leak points. We check how the covering is finished around each rooflight and upstand.
EPDM rubber
Rubber roofs can shrink back from their edges or lift where the adhesive has failed. We record any we can see, with photographs.
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take an hour or two on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Rural addresses near Fleeden 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.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
How to prepare
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Keep pets in another room
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Tips that help
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
Landlords, owners and managing agents can keep the report as a dated record of the roof. It’s useful when planning upkeep and setting budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
Clear leaves and silt from outlets and gutters, above all in autumn. Water that can drain away does far less harm than water that sits.
Checking the roof from the ground
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Why act early in Fleeden
Standing water on a flat roof rarely sorts itself out. It usually points to an outlet, the falls or a sagging deck, and each wet season wears the covering further. Knowing the cause early gives you more choice over what to do. In a small place like Fleeden, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
For a price for your roof in Fleeden, call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- A photo-illustrated written report
- An independent view of the roof
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
Questions from Fleeden
How do I find out if my home in Fleeden is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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 cover smaller places like Fleeden?
Yes, Fleeden is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
There’s no honest way to give an exact number of years. Typical ranges are around 15 to 20 years for felt, 30 to 50 for EPDM and up to about 30 for GRP, but your report describes the actual condition.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Fleeden?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
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 ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes about 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. You’ll then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Flat roof surveys in Fleeden: local notes
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. Next to the main roofs there’s usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. About 2.2 miles north-east lies Godinton House, a reminder of how long the area around Fleeden has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Shop and office owners around County Square may find that a flat roof over a business is out of sight and out of mind until it leaks. Landlords with a home close to Pluckley station may find that flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. Take a building like John Wallis Academy: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Fleeden is about 3 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Fleeden, we can survey the roof. Fleeden is one of the places in Kent where we work for flat roof surveys. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Surveys in TN26 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Daniel's Water (1 mile north), Chilmington Green (1 mile east), Great Chart (1 mile north-east), Shadoxhurst (2 miles south) and Stanhope (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (15 miles north-west), Ashford (3 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north), Faversham (13 miles north), Hythe (13 miles east) and Davington (13 miles north).
Local landmarks in Fleeden
Around Fleeden, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Ashford Community Woodland, among other places. The closest station to Fleeden is Pluckley station, roughly 2.8 miles north-west. A little further out are County Square (3.1 miles east) and William Harvey Hospital (4.9 miles east). The countryside around Fleeden includes Orlestone Forest.