Kent · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Paddlesworth
Need a flat roof survey in Paddlesworth? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
Local flat roofs in Paddlesworth
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Next to the main roofs there is typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. The wider area around Paddlesworth has a long history of building, with Starkey Castle about 2.8 miles north-east. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
The streets around a church such as St Benedict's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. Take a building like Snodland CofE Primary School: a large flat roof with plenty of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Paddlesworth is about 4 miles north of Kings Hill, in Kent. We survey roofs in Paddlesworth and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Across Kent, we cover Paddlesworth. Maidstone is in our area too.
We survey roofs across the ME6 postcode area for flat roof surveys. We also cover the places around Paddlesworth: Snodland (1 mile east), Birling (1 mile south), Upper Halling (1 mile north), Holborough (1 mile east) and Lunsford (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (7 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (14 miles east), Dartford (11 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles south-west) and Gravesend (7 miles north).
Local landmarks in Paddlesworth
We work in homes and buildings around The Holmesdale School and Leybourne Lakes Country Park. The nearest railway station is Snodland station, about 1.4 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Maidstone Hospital (5 miles south-east) and Leybourne Castle (2 miles south). For a walk, there is Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.
How a flat roof survey works in Paddlesworth
Ponding is often the first sign that something on a flat roof isn’t right. It can mean the falls were never right, an outlet is blocked or the deck has started to sag. The survey notes any ponding, the state of each outlet and any dips that hint at a sagging deck. If the deck itself looks like a structural concern, we’ll recommend a structural engineer. If you’re worried about pools of water lying on the roof and edge trims that have lifted or split, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a village or hamlet like Paddlesworth, flat roofs are typically on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
If any part of the flat roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Paddlesworth (ME6)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Also near Paddlesworth
What else we do in Paddlesworth
Why get it checked now?
A survey can show whether a whole new roof is needed or whether the problems are in a few places. Sometimes a few details are to blame, and sometimes the covering has simply had its day. The report sets out what we found, so you can make that decision with a roofer. For an older or listed building in a place like Paddlesworth, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 20+ years’ experience
- An independent view of the roof
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Cottages and farmhouses around Paddlesworth frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We look at the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Arrange a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
Advice
What a flat roof survey doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
What we are asked to look at in Paddlesworth
People go onto flat roofs for all sorts of reasons: cleaning windows, fitting aerials or air conditioning, or clearing gutters. Each visit can damage a covering not made for regular foot traffic. Fixings added through the covering often start leaks too.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
Landlords with a home close to Snodland station may find that a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Getting in touch
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, it is useful to mention:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Useful tips for Paddlesworth property owners
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
- Book a survey every few years
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. It covers the type of covering, its condition and each defect, with our recommendations. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. Water still lying a day or two later is worth getting looked at.
FAQs for Paddlesworth
Will you come out to Paddlesworth?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Paddlesworth?
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.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Do you use drones?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Paddlesworth?
Just phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you as you book.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.