Kent · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Matfield
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Matfield. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
The survey, step by step
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere as small as Matfield, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with the details: the address, the roof’s use and any leaks or stains.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that is safe.
- Every part of the roof we can see is looked at: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there is access.
- You get a written report with photos and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Matfield
Our Basic Survey, from £150, gives you a visual inspection with photographs and written recommendations. The Standard Survey, from £250, adds moisture detection and a structural check. On a flat roof, moisture readings can help show whether water has got under the covering. Bigger commercial roofs are priced on their size and access. If you’re worried about water getting in at rooflights and loose or cracked edge trims, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Matfield take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Place
- Matfield (TN12)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Matfield
Is Matfield within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Is Matfield in the area you cover?
Yes, Matfield is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
How many years has my flat roof got left?
We don’t 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.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
No. It is a closer look at the flat roof, not a survey of the whole property. It works alongside a RICS home survey, not instead of one, and structural calculations need a structural engineer.
When does the report arrive?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Do you use drones?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
For landlords and building managers, the report is a dated record of the roof’s condition. It’s useful when planning upkeep and setting budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
Clear leaves and silt from outlets and gutters, above all in autumn. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Matfield
A buyer’s general survey often recommends a closer look at a flat roof. Owners and managing agents use a survey to plan upkeep, or ahead of a sale or a new lease. In each case, the report gives a written, photographed record of the roof’s condition.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Leaks around rooflights
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
If you look after a building such as Brenchley and Matfield Church of England Primary School, schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Before booking anyone
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What insurance they carry
Local flat roofs in Matfield
Scotney Castle, about 4.5 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Matfield. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Next to the main roofs there’s usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Ebenezer Church (Matfield), the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. Landlords with a home close to Paddock Wood station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Matfield is about 5 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Matfield gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at what can be seen safely, photos and a clear written report. Matfield is one of the places in Kent we cover for flat roof surveys. Maidstone is in our area too.
Surveys in TN12 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Standings Close, Homebush Green and Chestnut Lane. We also cover the places around Matfield: Petteridge (1 mile south-east), Brenchley (1 mile east), Colt's Hill (1 mile north-west), Key's Green (2 miles south-west) and Paddock Wood (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (12 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (5 miles west), Tonbridge (5 miles north-west), Kings Hill (8 miles north) and Foley Park (11 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Matfield
Around Matfield, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Poet at Matfield pub, Brenchley Wood and Mascalls School. The closest station to Matfield is Paddock Wood station, about 2.1 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Tunbridge Wells Hospital (2.9 miles west) and The Hop Farm Museum (3.1 miles north). For a walk, there is Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
Nearby places to Matfield
Also in Matfield
What affects the price in Matfield
We confirm the price for the job before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Height and safe access
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Matfield
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.