Kent · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Littlebourne
Flat roof surveys in Littlebourne, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
- Water getting in at rooflights
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Areas we cannot see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
About our flat roof survey in Littlebourne
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. You get a written report with photos and our recommendations. Common reasons to book are blisters and bubbles in the covering and blocked or damaged outlets, on single-ply membranes, upstands and outlets and EPDM rubber.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Littlebourne take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, usually 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.
Where we can’t see part of the flat roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Littlebourne (CT3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. After that, we check everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. The survey usually takes about 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Somewhere like Littlebourne needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We view the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof where it’s safe to do so.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- You get a written report with photos and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Littlebourne
Flat roofs swing between hot and cold more than most parts of a building. This constant movement works at laps, seams and board joints, and in time it can open up splits and cracks. Older coverings that have lost their flexibility are the most likely to suffer.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Standing water left after rain
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
If you look after a building such as Littlebourne Church of England Primary School, a large flat roof with plenty of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Before booking anyone
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Their insurance cover
- Which limits apply to the survey
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Common questions in Littlebourne
Do you cover smaller places like Littlebourne?
Yes. Littlebourne is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Littlebourne?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
How long will you be at the property?
Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. The report follows by email.
Is ponding on a flat roof a problem?
Standing water on a flat roof deserves a closer look. It can point to blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is sagging, and it wears the covering faster. Our survey notes the ponding and what seems to be causing it.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How many years has my flat roof got left?
We do not give a fixed number of years, because so much depends on upkeep, exposure and workmanship. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
How fast do I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline as you book.
Different roofs, different checks
EPDM rubber
EPDM is a synthetic rubber membrane, frequently laid in a single sheet on smaller roofs. We check the laps, the edges, the corners and any punctures.
Single-ply membranes
On single-ply roofs, the welds between sheets are the key detail. Seams, corners and the details around outlets and upstands get a proper look.
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
You get the report by email and can pass it to a roofer, your solicitor, the seller or your managing agent. Each defect is described in plain words and shown in a photo, so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.
Towns and villages near Littlebourne
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What a flat roof survey looks like in Littlebourne
Historic houses like Goodnestone Park, about 3.5 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Littlebourne goes. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
If you own a rental within reach of Bekesbourne station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. If you live in an older home near Church of St Vincent, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Littlebourne is about 4 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Wherever you are in Littlebourne, we can carry out flat roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages.
Here we cover the CT3 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Streets in the area include Church Road, High Street and Jubilee Road, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Littlebourne: Ickham (1 mile east), Wickhambreaux (1 mile north-east), Seaton (1 mile north-east), Bramling (1 mile south-east) and Bekesbourne (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (4 miles west), Margate (12 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (13 miles south), Ramsgate (12 miles east) and Broadstairs (13 miles north-east).
Around Littlebourne
We work in homes and buildings around The Basket Makers pub and the streets around them. Littlebourne’s nearest station is Bekesbourne station, about 1.5 miles south-west. A little further out are Canterbury Castle (3.9 miles west) and Canterbury Roman Museum (3.6 miles west). The countryside around Littlebourne includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.