Kent · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Linkhill
Flat roof surveys across Linkhill, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Blocked or damaged outlets
Flat roof survey in Linkhill
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. If you’re worried about a sagging deck under the covering and water getting in at rooflights, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Linkhill take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Linkhill (TN18)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
Buyers can take the findings back to the seller or the agent. You might ask for work to be done before completion, or discuss the price, depending on the findings.
Clear leaves and silt from outlets and gutters, above all in autumn. Water that can drain away does far less harm than water that sits.
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Linkhill
No flat roof covering lasts for ever. Around 15 to 20 years is common for felt, while EPDM frequently 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.
Common reasons to book include:
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Upstands pulling away from walls
If you look after a building like Sandhurst Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What insurance they carry
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
What a flat roof survey looks like in Linkhill
Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. Historic houses such as Great Dixter, about 1.8 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Linkhill goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
The streets around a church like Mission Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear.
Linkhill is about 11 miles north of Hastings, in Kent. Linkhill is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Linkhill is one of the places in Kent where we work for flat roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Flat roof surveys in TN18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Linkhill include Sandhurst (1 mile west), Sandhurst Cross (2 miles west), Iden Green (2 miles north), Bodiam (2 miles south-west) and Four Throws (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (15 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (14 miles north-west), Tenterden (6 miles north-east), Park Wood (15 miles north), Staplehurst (10 miles north) and Stanhope (14 miles north-east).
What’s near Linkhill
Other landmarks nearby include Benenden Hospital (4.6 miles north) and The C.M Booth Collection (2.8 miles north-east). The countryside around Linkhill includes Flatropers Wood.
Nearby places to Linkhill
Other services in Linkhill
What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
Landlords, agents and block managers in Linkhill
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Landlords and agents in Linkhill book surveys as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the flat roof.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Linkhill
Will you come out to Linkhill?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Linkhill?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
No. It is a survey of the flat roof. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey of the whole building, and it is not a structural engineer’s report. It often sits alongside a buyer’s building survey.
How quickly is the report sent?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us as you book.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes about one to two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. We’ll confirm the timing when you book.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Linkhill?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What will the report tell me?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
What you can safely check yourself
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What we do, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a small place like Linkhill, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We check the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- Every part of the roof we can see is checked: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- Where there’s safe access, we check the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- You get a written report with photos and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.