Kent · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Sandway
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Sandway, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Leaks around rooflights
Flat roof survey in Sandway: what you get
Offices, shops, industrial units and blocks of flats frequently sit under large 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 photographs so work can be planned and budgeted. Commercial roofs are quoted for their size and access, so it helps if you call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a rough idea of the roof area. Typical surveys look at raised blisters across the surface and signs of deflection in the roof deck, across single-ply membranes, GRP fibreglass and EPDM rubber.
In a village or hamlet like Sandway, flat roofs are typically on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Location
- Sandway (ME17)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
Sandway questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Sandway?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Sandway is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Sandway listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Do you look in the loft space?
Normally, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Will this cover the whole house?
No. Our survey covers the flat roof only. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 home survey or a structural engineer’s report. Many buyers use it alongside a building survey.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
A precise figure is not something we give, because so much depends on upkeep, exposure and workmanship. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Sandway?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included.
The survey, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos, sent to you by email. As for time on site, it typically takes an hour or two for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere like Sandway needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- You let us know about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- 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.
- Where there’s safe access, we look at the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets in another room
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Advice
What we are asked to look at in Sandway
A buyer’s general survey frequently 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. Either way, you get a clear record of the roof, with photographs.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Water getting in at rooflights
If you own a rental within reach of Lenham station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
What to check before booking
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
What affects the price in Sandway
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The roof’s overall size
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Local flat roofs in Sandway
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. Historic houses like Leeds Castle, about 3.3 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Sandway goes. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
Anyone responsible for a site like Platts Heath Primary School will know that a large flat roof with plenty of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. Take an older house close to St Mary's Church: the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start.
Sandway is about 8 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. We survey roofs in Sandway across London and South East England. Sandway is one of the places in Kent we cover for flat roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
We work across the ME17 postcode area for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Headcorn Road, Sandway Road and Old Ham Lane. If you are just outside Sandway, we cover Platt's Heath (1 mile south-west), Liverton Street (1 mile south-west), Boughton Malherbe (1 mile south), Marley (1 mile north-west) and Harrietsham (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (8 miles west), Ashford (9 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (8 miles north), Faversham (10 miles north-east), Minster (14 miles north) and Kings Hill (13 miles west).
Local landmarks in Sandway
Typical jobs here are in homes near Kiln Wood, The Lenham School and Wishful Thinker pub. The closest station to Sandway is Lenham station, about 0.5 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are The Dog Collar Museum (3.2 miles north-west) and Coldbridge Castle (2.1 miles south).
Why get it checked now?
Ponding seldom gets better on its own. It typically 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. Older and listed buildings around Sandway may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in Sandway
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- PI and public liability insurance
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Useful tips for Sandway property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
You can use the report to ask roofers to quote for the same work. With each roofer working from the same list, comparing quotes is simpler. You stay in control of who does the work and when.
Get splits, lifted seams and loose trims seen to while they’re small. Prompt repairs tend to add years to a flat roof.