Kent · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Northbourne, Kent
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Northbourne and the rest of Kent. We survey seven days a week.
- Ponding water that does not drain away
- Outlets that hold water back
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older rural homes like those around Northbourne can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We start with the details: the address, the roof’s use and any leaks or stains.
- We view the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof where it’s safe to do so.
- 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’s access.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
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 talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
How a flat roof survey works in Northbourne
A Basic Survey, from £150, covers a visual inspection, a condition report, photos 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. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. We survey mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber and felt flat roofs, and people most frequently book us about leaks around rooflights and splits, cracks and crazing.
Somewhere as small as Northbourne, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when booking.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Northbourne (CT14)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Northbourne
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Different roofs, different checks
Rooflights and upstands
The joins around rooflights and at upstands are common leak points. We check how the covering is finished around each rooflight and upstand.
Mastic asphalt
Mastic asphalt is a heavy, seamless covering often found on older blocks, balconies and commercial roofs. We look for crazing, cracks, blisters and splits at the skirtings.
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Questions from Northbourne
Is my home in Northbourne listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Northbourne?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Northbourne is within about 4 miles of the coast.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
How do you inspect a flat roof?
We inspect from wherever is safe: on the roof where it is safe, and from windows, nearby vantage points and inside. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Northbourne?
To book, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We note visible signs like sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply roofs are all covered. Not sure what yours is? We will tell you in the report.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Roof area
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- The property’s address and postcode
- What made you get in touch
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Flat roof surveys in Northbourne: local notes
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Northbourne, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Wind can catch loose edges and trims on a flat roof, and salt air is hard on metal trims, flashings and fixings. 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. Next to the main roofs there’s normally a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Augustine, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start. Anyone responsible for a site like Northbourne Church of England Primary School will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. For landlords with property near Walmer station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Northbourne is about 2 miles west of Deal, in Kent. We survey roofs in Northbourne as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
We survey roofs across the CT14 postcode area for flat roof surveys. You will find streets such as Deal Road, Coulson Grove and Mill Lane, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Northbourne: Marley (1 mile north), Great Mongeham (1 mile south-east), Finglesham (1 mile north), Sholden Meadows (1 mile east) and Sholden (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (12 miles west), Margate (11 miles north), Dover (6 miles south), Folkestone (12 miles south-west), Ramsgate (9 miles north) and Broadstairs (11 miles north).
What’s near Northbourne
We work in homes and buildings around Castle Community College, Hare & Hounds pub and Betteshanger Park and the streets around them. The closest station to Northbourne is Walmer station, roughly 2.2 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Deal Castle (2.8 miles east) and Kent Museum of the Moving Image (2.7 miles east). The countryside around Northbourne includes Monk's Wall nature reserve.
What we can’t see
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- An exact number of years the roof has left
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What we check
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt