Kent · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Fordwich, Kent
A careful look at the flat roof at your property in Fordwich, and put it all in a report with photographs.
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Outlets that hold water back
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
Flat roof survey in Fordwich
Buying a home with a flat-roofed extension, dormer or garage? It helps to know that roof’s condition before you exchange. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM and GRP often last longer. Our report records the covering, how it’s holding up and any defects we can see, with a photo of every defect. That gives you facts to raise with the seller or agent. We survey single-ply membranes, GRP fibreglass and EPDM rubber, and people most frequently book us about edge trims that have lifted or split and pools of water lying on the roof.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Fordwich take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Fordwich (CT2)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat roof surveys in Fordwich: local notes
Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. 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. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
Landlords with a home close to Sturry 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 Whitefriars Shopping Centre may find that outlets and upstands on commercial flat roofs are the places to check before trouble starts. Take a building like Sturry Church of England Primary School: a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Fordwich is about 2 miles north-east of Canterbury, in Kent. We cover Fordwich and the rest of Kent. Our area takes in places right across Kent.
Here we cover the CT2 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Whether your property is on Brooklands Close, Water Meadows and King Street or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover Littlebourne (2 miles south-east), Bekesbourne Hill (2 miles south), Wickhambreaux (3 miles east), Ickham (3 miles south-east) and Patrixbourne (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Margate (13 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles south-east), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (13 miles east), Broadstairs (14 miles east) and Whitstable (6 miles north-west).
Near you in Fordwich
In Fordwich, that means homes and buildings near Frank Montgomery School, Chequer's Wood and Old Park and Fordwich Arms and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Fordwich itself: Sturry station. Other landmarks nearby include Whitefriars Shopping Centre (2.4 miles south-west) and St Martins Hospital (1.5 miles south-west). Not far away are West Blean and Thornden Woods.
What happens on the day
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Somewhere like Fordwich needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- 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.
- Every part of the roof we can see is looked at: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
How to prepare
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Book a survey
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
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Other services in Fordwich
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
Why get it checked now?
For a buyer, the best time to learn about a flat roof is before contracts are exchanged. Once you’ve exchanged, any work on the roof is down to you. A report gives you facts to put to the seller or agent. For older village homes like those around Fordwich, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
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.
Why book with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- An independent view of the roof
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- A written report with photographs
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or two real surveys.
Prices for flat roof surveys in Fordwich
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before you book.
Getting in touch
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Common questions in Fordwich
How do I find out if my home in Fordwich is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Fordwich in the area you cover?
Yes, Fordwich is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
What do I do with the report?
The report arrives by email, with photographs and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
A precise figure is not something we give, because so much depends on upkeep, exposure and workmanship. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
When does the report arrive?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Does the weather affect the survey?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
You can use the report to ask roofers to quote for the same work. With each roofer working from the same list, comparing quotes is simpler. It’s your choice who carries out the work and when.
Try not to let a flat roof become a walkway. If access is needed, boards or walkways help protect the covering, and remind them never to step on rooflights or fragile sheets.
What we can’t see
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Fordwich
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber