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Flat roof survey in Minster, Kent
A careful look at the flat roof at your property in Minster, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
Flat roof survey in Minster
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. The findings go into a written report with photos, setting out the defects and what we’d recommend. If you are worried about cracked or split membrane and loose or cracked edge trims, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a small place like Minster, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. 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. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Minster (CT12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat roof surveys around Minster
Minster lies within about 4 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. With Quex Park about 2.4 miles north, Minster sits in an area with a long building history. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Take an older house close to Church of Saint Mary the Virgin: flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. If you own a rental within reach of Minster station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Minster is about 4 miles west of St Lawrence, in Kent. We visit Minster as part of our work across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our Kent coverage includes Minster. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
Here we cover the CT12 postcode area for flat roof surveys. We cover properties on Cheney Road, Thorne Road and High Street and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Minster: Mount Pleasant (1 mile north-east), Way (1 mile east), Acol (2 miles north), Sevenscore (2 miles east) and Ebbsfleet (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (10 miles west), Margate (5 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles south), Ramsgate (4 miles east), Broadstairs (6 miles east) and Whitstable (12 miles west).
Around Minster
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Bell Inn, among other places. The closest station to Minster is Minster station, about 0.5 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include RAF Manston History Museum (2.1 miles north-east) and Ramsgate General Hospital (4.4 miles east). Not far away are Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
Also near Minster
Also in Minster
What this survey cannot tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
Minster: your questions answered
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Minster?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Do you cover smaller places like Minster?
Yes, Minster is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
What does ponding on a flat roof mean?
Standing water a day or two after rain normally needs attention. The cause may be the outlets, the falls or the deck. We check each of these and record what we find.
What’s the best way to book?
Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Does the survey cover asbestos?
We don’t carry out asbestos surveys. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos, for instance in cement roof sheets. We note anything that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check it before it is disturbed.
What you can safely check yourself
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
How the survey works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes between one and two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. In a small place like Minster, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- Every part of the roof we can see is checked: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- Where there is safe access, we look at the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations and emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Let us know about parking near the property
Getting a price
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
Advice
Why get it checked now?
A leak over an office, shop or unit can affect the people and stock underneath. A planned survey lets you budget for work rather than deal with an emergency around the business. In a small place like Minster, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Surveys seven days a week
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Getting in touch
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- When you need the report by
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Common roof problems in Minster
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. A survey shows how yours is holding up, whatever its age.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Water getting in at rooflights
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Outlets that hold water back
Take a building like Minster Church of England Primary School: ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Before booking anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report