Kent · London and the South East
Gushmere Flat Roof Survey
Not sure what state the flat roof is in? You can book a flat roof survey in Gushmere and across Kent.
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
About our flat roof survey in Gushmere
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. The aim is to find problems before they show up as a stain on a ceiling. Typical surveys look at outlets choked with leaves and silt and splits and cracks in the covering, across single-ply membranes, upstands and outlets and GRP fibreglass.
Some older homes in villages like Gushmere 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. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Gushmere (ME13)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a flat roof survey does not cover
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- EPDM rubber
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Prices for flat roof surveys in Gushmere
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The roof’s overall size
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Height and safe access
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
What to let us know when you contact us
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to tell us:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
FAQs for Gushmere
Do you cover smaller places like Gushmere?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
How do I find out if my home in Gushmere is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
How fast do I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Does the report include photos?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible.
Flat and commercial roofs around Gushmere
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Gushmere, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
Belmont House and Gardens, about 3.6 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Gushmere. Older homes nearby may have later flat-roofed extensions or dormers, often re-covered more than once. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start. If you look after a building such as Selling Church of England Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Gushmere is about 3 miles south-east of Faversham, in Kent. Gushmere is one of many places we visit across Kent. Gushmere is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for flat roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
We survey roofs across ME13 for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Selling Road and Vicarage Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Crouch (1 mile north-east), Selling (1 mile south), Neames Forstal (1 mile south-east), South Street (1 mile east) and Hogben's Hill (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (10 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north-west), Whitstable (7 miles north-east), Faversham (3 miles north-west) and Herne Bay (11 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Gushmere
We work in homes and buildings around The Sondes Arms and Mount Ephraim Gardens and the streets around them. Gushmere’s nearest station is Selling station, about 0.6 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Tower keep castle at Chilham (2.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Gushmere include Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Useful tips for Gushmere property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
- Look for standing water a day after rain
If anything in the report is not clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one, giving you a chance to go through what we found.
Small defects are simpler to deal with while they’re still small. A flat roof that’s looked after between surveys typically lasts longer.
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older rural homes like those around Gushmere can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there is 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Book a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
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How the survey changes by roof type
EPDM rubber
A rubber roof can last 30 to 50 years, provided its details were done well. Those details are where we focus.
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights, lanterns and upstands are where many flat roof leaks begin. We check the seals and the covering around each one.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Gushmere and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.