Kent · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Hawley, Kent
Flat roof surveys around Hawley, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
- Cracked or split membrane
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
How a flat roof survey works in Hawley
We inspect a flat roof from wherever it can safely be seen: on the roof where it is safe, from windows and higher ground, and from the rooms below where we can reach them. We do not walk on fragile rooflights or fragile roof sheeting. If part of the roof can’t be seen or reached safely, the report says so, so you know exactly what was covered. If you’ve noticed blisters and bubbles in the covering and loose or cracked edge trims, we can find out what’s behind it, on single-ply membranes, GRP fibreglass and mastic asphalt alike.
Some older homes in villages like Hawley are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. If you are planning work, check with the council first. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Hawley (DA2)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take between one and two hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Rural addresses near Hawley can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We check the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Leave a clear route to the loft
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Related advice
FAQs for Hawley
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hawley?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you cover Hawley?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Hawley is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is ponding on a flat roof a problem?
Ponding is worth looking into. It can point to blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is sagging, and water that sits wears the covering sooner. Our survey notes the ponding and what seems to be causing it.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access when you book.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on commercial buildings as well as homes. Expect about 3 to 4 hours on site for most commercial roofs, and larger roofs are quoted for their size.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Why get it checked now?
By the time a flat roof leak shows indoors, water has already passed through the roof build-up. We can pick up worn covering and failing details sooner, so you can plan the work rather than react to it. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Every finding written up with photos
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
What we look for on each type of 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.
Mastic asphalt
Asphalt roofs are common on older flats, walkways and commercial buildings. The survey checks for crazing, cracking, blistering and splits where the asphalt turns up the walls.
Flat roof surveys around Hawley
About 3.3 miles north-west lies Hall Place and Gardens, a reminder of how long the area around Hawley has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. 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. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
The streets around a church such as Church of St John the Baptist are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. Take a building like Sutton-At-Hone Church of England Primary School: schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Hawley is about 1 mile south of Dartford, in Kent. Whether the building in Hawley is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across Kent. London is in our area too.
Here we cover the DA2 postcode area for flat roof surveys. We cover properties on Ash Road, May Road and Shirehall Road. We also cover the places around Hawley: Clement Street (1 mile south-west), Sutton at Hone (1 mile south-east), Darenth (1 mile east), Dartford (1 mile north) and St Margarets (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Sevenoaks (10 miles south), Gravesend (7 miles east), Northfleet (5 miles east), Swanley (3 miles south-west), Kings Hill (13 miles south-east) and Swanscombe (3 miles north-east).
Near you in Hawley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Darenth Country Park, Leigh Academy and The Four Lymes pub. The closest station to Hawley is Farningham Road station, about 1.5 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find Bluewater (2.4 miles north-east) and Darenth Park Hospital (1.7 miles north-east). Open spaces near Hawley include Wansunt Pit and Sawyers Lake.
Places near Hawley
What else we do in Hawley
What we’re asked to look at in Hawley
Every flat roof covering has a working life. 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. We can tell you how your roof is doing, whatever its age.
We are often asked to look at:
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Blocked or damaged outlets
If you let a flat or house near Farningham Road station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Before you book anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What happens after the report arrives
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The roof’s overall size
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.