Kent · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Shelvin
Flat roof surveys in Shelvin and the rest of Kent. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- Parts of the roof that are not safe to walk on or view
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
How a flat roof survey works in Shelvin
Water through a flat roof doesn’t always come in where the stain is. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. That is why we check every detail across the roof, not only the area above the stain, and photograph anything that could let water in. Whoever carries out the work then has a clear starting point. Common reasons to book are blistering in felt or asphalt and water getting in at rooflights, across felt flat roofs, mastic asphalt and single-ply membranes.
Some older homes in villages like Shelvin are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Shelvin (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Shelvin
How do I find out if my home in Shelvin is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Shelvin?
Yes, Shelvin is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
What’s in the survey report?
A photo-illustrated written report, covering the condition of the flat roof, the defects we found and what we recommend. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Can you find where water is getting through my flat roof?
Our survey looks across the whole roof, not only above the stain. Splits, open laps, upstands, outlets and rooflights are all checked. Where nothing visible explains the leak, the report says what to try next.
Do you cover flat roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Offices, units, shops and blocks of flats are all part of our work. We quote bigger roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so please ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply roofs are all covered. Not sure what yours is? We’ll tell you in the report.
Is a flat roof survey the same as a building survey?
No. It’s 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.
Common roof problems in Shelvin
The surface of a flat roof heats up and cools down far more than the rooms below. This constant movement works at laps, seams and board joints, which can open splits and cracks over the years. Older coverings that have lost their flexibility are the most likely to suffer.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Cracked or split membrane
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
If you let a flat or house near Shepherds Well station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How soon the report will arrive
- What the survey will not cover
- Their insurance cover
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
Nearby places to Shelvin
More services for Shelvin
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents and landlords in Shelvin book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the flat roof.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
The survey, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photographs. On timing, most surveys take about one to two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Rural addresses near Shelvin can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there is access.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- We record every defect with a photo and its likely cause.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
How to prepare
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Different roofs, different checks
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights, lanterns and upstands are where many flat roof leaks begin. We look at how the covering is finished around each rooflight and upstand.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply relies on its welded laps staying sound. Seams, corners and the details around outlets and upstands get a careful look.
Flat roofs in Shelvin
Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. Historic houses like Acrise Place, about 4 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Shelvin goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Martin are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Shelvin is about 6 miles north-west of Dover, in Kent. If you are in Shelvin, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our Kent coverage includes Shelvin. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
Here we cover the CT4 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Local streets include Clints Lane and Shelvin Lane, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Wootton (1 mile south-west), Denton (1 mile west), Lodge Lees (1 mile west), Breach (2 miles west) and Selsted (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (14 miles west), Canterbury (8 miles north-west), Dover (6 miles south-east), Folkestone (7 miles south), Ramsgate (14 miles north-east) and Whitstable (13 miles north-west).
What’s near Shelvin
In Shelvin, that means homes and buildings near Coach House Hotel, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Shepherds Well station, roughly 1.9 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Buckland Hospital (5.9 miles south-east).
Why get it checked now?
Before replacing a flat roof, it is useful to know if you really need to. At times the trouble is a handful of failed details, and at times the whole covering is worn. Our report gives you the evidence to discuss with a roofer. In a small place like Shelvin, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Every price we give includes VAT. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Shelvin
- Visits on any day of the week
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.