Kent · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Hassell Street, Kent
Find out what’s going on with the flat roof before you decide what to do next. Flat roof surveys in Hassell Street, with photos and a clear written report.
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Standing water left after rain
- Cracked or split membrane
About our flat roof survey in Hassell Street
A flat roof leak often travels before it shows on the ceiling. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. That’s why we check every detail across the roof, not only the area above the stain, with photographs of anything that could be letting water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. If you’ve noticed edge trims that have lifted or split and failed seals around rooflight kerbs, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Hassell Street may be listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Hassell Street (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Hassell Street
Is Hassell Street within the area you cover?
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.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Hassell Street?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Hassell Street as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will this cover the whole house?
No. It’s a survey of the flat roof. It’s not a RICS Level 2 or 3 home survey or a structural engineer’s report. Many buyers use it alongside a building survey.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
We cover the main flat roof coverings: felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply. The report names the covering and explains its condition.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
A precise figure isn’t something we give, because so much depends on upkeep, exposure and workmanship. We describe the condition and say which work is urgent and which can wait.
Can you survey a flat roof on an office or unit?
Yes. Offices, units, shops and blocks of flats are all part of our work. We quote bigger roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address.
Will I get photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report.
What a flat roof survey doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
Roof by roof
Single-ply membranes
Many offices, units and newer flats have a single-ply PVC or TPO roof. The survey looks at welded seams, edges, fixings and signs of damage.
EPDM rubber
A rubber roof can last 30 to 50 years, provided its details were done well. Those details are where we focus.
What we do, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the flat roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. It normally takes about one to two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Around Hassell Street, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We look at 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.
- Where there is safe access, we look at the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
Preparing for the visit
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Let us know about parking near the property
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Also near Hassell Street
Other services in Hassell Street
Flat roof surveys in Hassell Street: local notes
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
Anyone responsible for a site like Wye School will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. For landlords with property near Wye station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Hassell Street is about 6 miles north-east of Ashford, in Kent. Hassell Street is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Across Kent, we cover Hassell Street. Canterbury is in our area too.
We survey roofs across TN25 for flat roof surveys. We also cover Folly Town (1 mile south), Hastingleigh (1 mile south), Brook (2 miles south-west), Wye (2 miles west) and Brabourne (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Ashford (6 miles south-west), Canterbury (8 miles north-east), Dover (14 miles east), Folkestone (10 miles south-east), Whitstable (12 miles north) and Faversham (10 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Hassell Street
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Woodmans Arms and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Wye station, roughly 2.7 miles west of the centre. A little further out are William Harvey Hospital (4.2 miles south-west) and Chilham Castle (4.6 miles north). Not far away are Hatch Park.
For landlords and managing agents
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
How we price flat roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- How big the roof is
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
Landlords, owners and managing agents can keep the report as a dated record of the roof. It helps when planning maintenance budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
Book a survey every few years, and again after new fixings, units or rooflights go in. That catches changes early and builds up a record of the roof.