Kent · London and the South East
Goudhurst Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Goudhurst and the rest of Kent. We survey on any day of the week.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
Why act early in Goudhurst
Before replacing a flat roof, it is useful to know if you really need to. At times the trouble is a handful of failed details, and at times the whole covering is worn. Our report gives you the evidence to discuss with a roofer. Around Goudhurst, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
What you get with us
- 98% of clients satisfied
- An independent look at the roof
- Every finding written up with photos
- Package prices that include VAT
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
How a flat roof survey works in Goudhurst
Ponding is frequently the first sign that something on a flat roof is not right. It can mean the falls were never right, an outlet is blocked or the deck has started to sag. The survey notes any ponding, the state of each outlet and any dips that hint at a sagging deck. Where the deck may be a structural issue, our report says a structural engineer should look at it. Typical surveys look at cracked or split membrane and blisters and bubbles in the covering, on single-ply membranes, EPDM rubber and felt flat roofs.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Goudhurst take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Older felt roofs, frequently 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.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Place
- Goudhurst (TN17)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Goudhurst property owners
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
Landlords, owners and managing agents can keep the report as a dated record of the roof. It is useful when planning upkeep and setting budgets, and it makes changes easy to spot at the next survey.
Small defects are simpler to deal with while they’re still small. Prompt repairs tend to add years to a flat roof.
What this survey cannot tell you
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
What a flat roof survey looks like in Goudhurst
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. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. The wider area around Goudhurst has a long history of building, with Scotney Castle about 2.6 miles south-west. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take a building like Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School: ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. For an older house near a landmark such as St Mary's Church, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Goudhurst is about 8 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. We carry out flat roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Goudhurst. Goudhurst is one of the places in Kent where we work. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Every address in TN17 is covered for flat roof surveys. Streets in the area include High Street, Church Road and Back Lane. Other places close to Goudhurst include Smallbridge (1 mile north-west), Brandfold (1 mile north), Broad Ford (1 mile north-west), Capel Cross (2 miles north) and Glassenbury (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles west), Tonbridge (10 miles north-west), Kings Hill (11 miles north), Foley Park (12 miles north) and Paddock Wood (5 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Goudhurst
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Star And Eagle Hotel and The Gill. For rail, the closest station is Marden station, roughly 4.5 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Finchcocks Musical Museum (1.6 miles south-west) and Ticehurst House Hospital (5.1 miles south-west). Open spaces near Goudhurst include Bewl Water.
Do you need a flat roof survey in Goudhurst?
No flat roof covering lasts for ever. Around 15 to 20 years is common for felt, while EPDM often lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, though workmanship and upkeep make a big difference. A survey shows how yours is holding up, whatever its age.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Leaks around rooflights
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Splits and cracks in the covering
If you let a flat or house near Marden station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
What to check before booking
- What experience they bring
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
Goudhurst: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Goudhurst?
Yes, Goudhurst is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details.
Is Goudhurst within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Will you check the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take an hour or two on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We don’t put a figure on it. As a guide, felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM frequently 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30, but your report describes the actual condition.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
The survey, step by step
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes an hour or two for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Around Goudhurst, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- 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.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
How to prepare
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Keep pets in another room
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.