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Flat roof survey in Lordswood, Medway
We carry out flat roof surveys in Lordswood and the rest of Medway. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Standing water left after rain
- Leaks around rooflights
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Lordswood
Many commercial buildings and blocks of flats have big flat roofs. A survey of a roof this size picks out worn covering, standing water and outlets that need attention. We record the condition with photos so work can be planned and budgeted. We quote commercial roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so please call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and an idea of the roof’s size. Typical surveys look at water getting in at rooflights and standing water left after rain, across upstands and outlets, felt flat roofs and single-ply membranes.
Around a smaller place like Lordswood, flat roofs normally cover extensions, garages and dormers. Even a small flat roof can let lots of water into the room below. What it’s covered in, and how well it was laid, decides what it needs, from felt and asphalt to EPDM rubber and GRP. Ponding, splits and lifting edges are the signs to look for from a window.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Place
- Lordswood (ME5, ME7)
- Region
- Medway
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Standing water on a flat roof rarely sorts itself out. It normally points to an outlet, the falls or a sagging deck, and every wet spell adds to the wear. Knowing the cause early gives you more choice over what to do. With lower homes, common in places like Lordswood, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Lordswood
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- 98% of clients satisfied
- PI and public liability insurance
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or two real surveys.
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Lordswood
Many flat roof problems start at the details rather than the main surface. Upstands, edge trims, outlets and the kerbs around rooflights move and weather differently from the rest of the roof. If they were rushed when the roof was laid, they’re frequently the first things to fail.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Ponding water that does not drain away
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Outlets that hold water back
The streets around a church such as St David's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
What to check before booking
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Their track record with similar roofs
Landlords, agents and block managers in Lordswood
Landlords, agents and building managers in Lordswood and across Medway can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when booking and we will plan the survey around it.
How we price flat roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The address and postcode of the property
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
For a price for flat roof surveys in Lordswood, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
The survey, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes about one to two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. In a smaller place like Lordswood, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that’s safe.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there is access.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and our recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Book a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Advice
FAQs for Lordswood
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lordswood?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is the coastal weather around Lordswood hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Lordswood is within about 5 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
Do you cover flat roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on offices, shops, industrial units and blocks of flats. We quote bigger roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the address.
Will I get photos?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
How much is a survey?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT.
Will the survey show why my flat roof is leaking?
The survey covers the covering and all the details where leaks typically begin, and photograph anything that could be letting water in. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.
Places near Lordswood
Also in Lordswood
What a flat roof survey looks like in Lordswood
Lordswood lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. With Restoration House about 3.9 miles north-west, Lordswood sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you look after a building such as St Benedict's Catholic Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. Shop and office owners around Pentagon Shopping Centre may find that the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after.
Lordswood is about 2 miles south of Chatham, in Medway. Lordswood is one of many places we visit across Medway. Across Medway, we cover Lordswood.
We survey roofs across ME5 and ME7 for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Hall Road, Rover Road and Gould Road or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Lordswood: Lidsing (1 mile south-east), Walderslade (1 mile west), Dunn Street (1 mile south-east), Bredhurst (1 mile east) and Hempstead (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Gillingham (3 miles north-east), Rochester (4 miles north-west), Rainham (3 miles north-east), Strood (5 miles north-west), Twydall (3 miles north-east) and Hoo St Werburgh (6 miles north). Lordswood is one of the larger places we cover in Medway.
Landmarks near Lordswood
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Greenacre Academy, South Wood and The Harrow pub, among other places. The closest station to Lordswood is Chatham station, roughly 3.2 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Pentagon Shopping Centre (3.4 miles north) and Medway Maritime Hospital (3 miles north). Open spaces near Lordswood include Burham Down and Boxley Hills.