Kent · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Ightham, Kent
Flat roof surveys across Ightham, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photos.
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Splits and cracks in the covering
Flat roof survey in Ightham
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. We cover felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply roofs. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. You get a photo-illustrated written report and our recommendations. We’re often asked to look into raised blisters across the surface and edge trims that have lifted or split, across EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes.
In a small place like Ightham, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. 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 normally the first part of a flat roof to go.
What you get is a clear record of the flat roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Ightham (TN15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in Ightham
Flat roofs often get walked on for other jobs: cleaning windows, fitting aerials or air conditioning, or clearing gutters. A covering that wasn’t designed for foot traffic can crack or puncture. New brackets and fixings through the roof are another common source of leaks.
Look out for signs like these:
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Outlets that hold water back
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Splits, cracks and crazing
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Ightham Primary School, schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their report turnaround times
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Are they insured for the work?
- Which limits apply to the survey
What a flat roof survey looks like in Ightham
Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. About 1.5 miles south lies Ightham Mote, a reminder of how long the area around Ightham has been built on. 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.
If you own a rental within reach of Borough Green & Wrotham station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Ightham is about 4 miles east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. We survey roofs in Ightham across London and South East England. Ightham is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
All of TN15 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on The Street, Redwell Lane and Old Lane and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Ightham, we cover Oldbury (1 mile north), Ivy Hatch (1 mile south-west), Sheet Hill (1 mile south-east), Styants Bottom (1 mile north-west) and Yopps Green (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north), Sevenoaks (4 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south), Gravesend (11 miles north) and Tonbridge (6 miles south).
Near you in Ightham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve, Wrotham School and The Old House and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, about 1.5 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Ightham Court (1.1 miles north) and Beechin Wood Archery Museum (2.3 miles east).
Landlords, agents and block managers in Ightham
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Ightham and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Roof by roof
GRP fibreglass
Movement in the deck or a thin layer of resin can lead to cracks in GRP. We record any cracking and any signs of the deck moving.
Mastic asphalt
Mastic asphalt is a heavy, seamless covering often found on older blocks, balconies and commercial roofs. The survey checks for crazing, cracking, blistering and splits where the asphalt turns up the walls.
More services for Ightham
Why get it checked now?
Ponding seldom gets better on its own. Most often it means blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is dipping, and each wet season wears the covering further. Finding the cause now keeps more options open. Older cottages and farmhouses around Ightham can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book us in Ightham
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- PI and public liability insurance
- An independent look at the roof
- Over 20 years’ experience
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
How it works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take an hour or two for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Ightham often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- We look at the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it is 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Keep pets in another room
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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What we cannot see
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Parts of the roof that aren’t safe to walk on or view
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
Ightham: your questions answered
Is Ightham within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is Ightham in the area you cover?
Yes, Ightham is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Ightham as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
What does a roof survey cost?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain is normally fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In strong wind or a downpour, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
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, with larger roofs quoted on their size.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.