Kent · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Garlinge Green
Flat roof surveys across Garlinge Green, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Pools of water lying on the roof
Prices for flat roof surveys in Garlinge Green
To price your survey, we check:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Roof area
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
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.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The address and postcode of the property
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Flat roof survey in Garlinge Green: what you get
A flat roof does not shed water the way a pitched roof does. 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 note any sign that the deck below has got wet. That way, defects are found before they reach the room below. We survey felt flat roofs, single-ply membranes and EPDM rubber, and common reasons people get in touch are pools of water lying on the roof and a sagging deck under the covering.
In a village or hamlet like Garlinge Green, flat roofs are usually on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Location
- Garlinge Green (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Garlinge Green
Other services in Garlinge Green
The survey, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes between one and two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Somewhere as small as Garlinge Green, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there’s access.
- 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
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Clear roof outlets and gutters each autumn
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
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 what we found.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, especially after the leaves fall. Water that can drain away does far less harm than water that sits.
When you need someone else
It is useful to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
Questions from Garlinge Green
Is Garlinge Green in the area you cover?
Yes, Garlinge Green is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you cover smaller places like Garlinge Green?
Yes, Garlinge Green is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Garlinge Green?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes about one to two hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. You’ll then get the report by email.
What you can safely check yourself
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Garlinge 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.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Outlets that hold water back
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
If you let a flat or house near Chartham station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
Local flat roofs in Garlinge Green
Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
If you run a business near Whitefriars Shopping Centre, the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after.
Garlinge Green is about 4 miles south-west of Canterbury, in Kent. We survey roofs in Garlinge Green and the rest of Kent. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small.
Flat roof surveys in CT4 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Garlinge Green include Petham (1 mile south-east), Shalmsford Street (1 mile north), Mystole (1 mile north-west), Chartham (2 miles north) and Anvil Green (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (9 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-west), Folkestone (12 miles south-east) and Whitstable (8 miles north).
What’s near Garlinge Green
Around Garlinge Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Broadham Down. Garlinge Green’s nearest station is Chartham station, about 1.8 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Whitefriars Shopping Centre (3.9 miles north-east) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (3.5 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.