Kent · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Kingswood, Kent
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Kingswood, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
How a flat roof survey works in Kingswood
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets 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. The findings go into a written report with photos, setting out the defects and what we’d recommend. We’re often asked to look into blistering in felt or asphalt and leaks around rooflights, on GRP fibreglass, felt flat roofs and EPDM rubber.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Kingswood take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, typically show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are usually the first part of a flat roof to go.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Kingswood (ME17)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Kingswood: your questions answered
Is Kingswood within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Is Kingswood in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. The report is sent afterwards by email.
How do I book a survey in Kingswood?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Can you test old roof sheets for asbestos?
Asbestos testing is not part of our survey. If we see materials that could contain it, like cement sheets on a building from before 2000, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
We cover the main flat roof coverings: felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply. We record what the covering is and how it’s holding up.
Common roof problems in Kingswood
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, although how well it was laid and looked after matters a great deal. We can tell you how your roof is doing, whatever its age.
People usually book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Outlets that hold water back
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
Anyone responsible for a site like Kingswood Primary School will know that a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
What to check before booking
- When you will get the report
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What exactly goes into their report
What happens if roof problems are left?
Caught early, a split or open seam in a flat roof is frequently a small repair. Leave it, and water can get into the insulation and deck, which can turn a patch into a replacement. A survey now shows which you’re dealing with. For an older or listed building in a place like Kingswood, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- Every finding written up with photos
- Visits on any day of the week
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent look at the roof
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Nearby places to Kingswood
Also in Kingswood
Flat and commercial roofs around Kingswood
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. 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 lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. About 1.5 miles north lies Leeds Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Kingswood has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
If you own a rental within reach of Harrietsham station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. For an older house near a landmark such as Kingswood Church, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear.
Kingswood is about 5 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Kingswood, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Kent coverage includes Kingswood and the places around it.
All of ME17 is covered for flat roof surveys. We cover properties on Chestnut Drive, Bushy Grove and Tall Trees Close and the roads around them. Other places close to Kingswood include Chartway Street (1 mile south-west), Ulcombe (1 mile south-east), Broomfield (1 mile north), Fairbourne Heath (1 mile east) and Chegworth (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (5 miles north-west), Ashford (12 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north-east), Tonbridge (15 miles west), Faversham (13 miles north-east) and Minster (15 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Kingswood
The nearest railway station is Harrietsham station, roughly 2.1 miles north-east. A little further out are Leeds Castle (1.5 miles north) and KIMS hospital (5.2 miles north-west).
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
How the survey works
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Kingswood often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- 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.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
How to prepare
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Keep pets in another room
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know where you stand. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What this survey cannot tell you
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- Areas we cannot see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The size of the roof
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. It’s useful to include:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.