Medway · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Higham, Medway
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Higham. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
Flat roof survey in Higham
We inspect a flat roof from wherever it can be seen safely: 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 cannot be seen or reached safely, the report says so, so the limits of the survey are clear. We are frequently asked to look into a sagging deck under the covering and blocked or damaged outlets, on EPDM rubber, felt flat roofs and single-ply membranes.
In a small place like Higham, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, typically show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are typically the first part of a flat roof to go.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Higham (ME3, DA12)
- Region
- Medway
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Higham
Ponding keeps the covering wet and wears it faster. Blocked outlets, poor falls and a sagging deck are the usual causes. Where trees are close by, leaves and silt can block an outlet within a single autumn.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Standing water left after rain
Take an older house close to Church of St John: the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Before booking anyone
- What happens after the report arrives
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Local flat roofs in Higham
Higham is within about 4 miles of the coast, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Wind can catch loose edges and trims on a flat roof, and salt air is hard on metal trims, flashings and fixings. Temple Manor, about 2.3 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Higham. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near Higham station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. Anyone responsible for a site like Higham Primary School will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Higham is about 2 miles north-west of Rochester, in Medway. If you are in Higham, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our Medway coverage includes Higham. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Surveys in ME3 and DA12 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Villa Road, Darby Gardens and Ash Crescent or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Higham: Gadshill (1 mile south), Lower Higham (1 mile north), Shorne (1 mile west), Shorne Ridgeway (1 mile south-west) and Mockbeggar (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (6 miles south-east), Chatham (5 miles south-east), Rainham (8 miles south-east), Luton (5 miles south-east), Park Wood (8 miles south-east) and Lordswood (7 miles south-east).
Near you in Higham
Around Higham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Rede Common, Sir John Falstaff Public House and Strood Academy, among other places. The nearest railway station is Higham station, roughly 0.9 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Rochester Castle (2.6 miles south-east) and French Hospital (2.8 miles south-east). Open spaces near Higham include Gad's Hill and Rede Common.
Questions from Higham
Do you cover smaller places like Higham?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Higham?
It can do. Higham is within about 4 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Does the report include photos?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, which makes the report easy to follow.
How many years has my flat roof got left?
A precise figure isn’t something we give, because so much depends on upkeep, exposure and workmanship. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
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 please ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, and it’s agreed before booking.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Honest limits
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Areas we cannot see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Higham
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
You get the report by email and can pass it to a roofer, your solicitor, the seller or your managing agent. It’s written in plain English, with a photo of each defect, so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, particularly after the leaves fall. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.
The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Older roofs in small places like Higham can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that’s safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
How to prepare
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Advice
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A leak over an office, shop or unit can affect the people and stock underneath. A planned survey lets you budget for work rather than deal with an emergency around the business. Older cottages and farmhouses around Higham can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.