Kent · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Ivy Hatch
Find out what’s going on with the flat roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out flat roof surveys in Ivy Hatch.
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Pools of water lying on the roof
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
- Check new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
You can use the report to ask roofers to quote for the same work. Because everyone is pricing the same findings, the quotes are easier to compare. It is your choice who carries out the work and when.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after any work that goes through it. You will spot changes early and have a record to look back on.
Flat roof survey in Ivy Hatch
Water through a flat roof doesn’t always come in where the stain is. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. Our survey covers the whole roof, not just the part above the mark, with photographs of anything that could be letting water in. Whoever carries out the work then has a clear starting point. We survey felt flat roofs, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass, and common reasons people get in touch are blistering in felt or asphalt and splits, cracks and crazing.
Somewhere as small as Ivy Hatch, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Ivy Hatch (TN15)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat roof surveys around Ivy Hatch
With Ightham Mote about 0.7 miles south, Ivy Hatch sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older houses across Kent often 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. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
Take an older house close to Ivy Hatch Church: the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Lawrence Church of England Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. 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.
Ivy Hatch is about 4 miles east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. We provide flat roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Ivy Hatch and nearby. Ivy Hatch is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: TN15. Local streets include Coach Road, Ismays Road and Stone Street Road. We also cover Ightham (1 mile north-east), Stone Street (1 mile west), Sheet Hill (1 mile east), Yopps Green (1 mile east) and Oldbury (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (11 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north), Sevenoaks (4 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (9 miles south), Gravesend (12 miles north) and Tonbridge (5 miles south).
Local landmarks in Ivy Hatch
In Ivy Hatch, that means homes and buildings near Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve and The Plough pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, roughly 2.2 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Beechin Wood Archery Museum (2.8 miles north-east) and Sevenoaks Hospital (3.6 miles west).
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Questions from Ivy Hatch
Is my home in Ivy Hatch listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Ivy Hatch within the area you cover?
Yes, Ivy Hatch is covered. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How do you inspect a flat roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. Otherwise we use windows, vantage points and the spaces below, and we note any area we couldn’t see. Fragile surfaces are never walked on.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
We cover the main flat roof coverings: felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply. We record what the covering is and how it is holding up.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs such as sagging are noted, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
What happens after the survey?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
For a price for your roof in Ivy Hatch, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
We will usually ask about:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Different roofs, different checks
Felt and built-up roofs
Felt roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, depending on how they were laid and looked after. We record how yours is doing and where it’s weakest.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply membranes can be damaged by foot traffic and equipment on the roof. Any tears, punctures or loose membrane are recorded with photos.
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older rural homes like those around Ivy Hatch 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, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- 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.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Arrange a survey
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Honest limits
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Ivy Hatch
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
Surveys for landlords and agents in Ivy Hatch
Landlords and agents in Ivy Hatch book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the flat roof.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.