Kent · London and the South East
Shipbourne Flat Roof Survey
Flat roof surveys around Shipbourne, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Splits, cracks and crazing
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- An exact number of years the roof has left
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
How a flat roof survey works in Shipbourne
If the house you are buying has a flat roof on an extension, dormer or garage, it is worth knowing its condition before exchange. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM and GRP frequently last longer. We set out the type of covering, its condition and the defects we found, with a photo of every defect. That gives you facts to raise with the seller or agent. We are often asked to look into failed seals around rooflight kerbs and cracked or split membrane, on mastic asphalt, upstands and outlets and GRP fibreglass.
Somewhere as small as Shipbourne, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Shipbourne (TN11)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Single-ply membranes
Many offices, units and newer flats have a single-ply PVC or TPO roof. The survey looks at welded seams, edges, fixings and signs of damage.
GRP fibreglass
GRP roofs can last up to about 30 years when they’re laid well. Hairline cracks over board joints are an early warning we look out for.
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The size of the roof
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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How the survey works
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a small place like Shipbourne, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- We look at the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Advice
Landlord and commercial surveys in Shipbourne
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Why get it checked now?
A small split in a flat roof is normally a modest job when it is found early. Leave it, and water can get into the insulation and deck, which can turn a patch into a replacement. Surveying it now tells you where you stand. In a place like Shipbourne, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
For a price for your roof in Shipbourne, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Visits on any day of the week
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Flat roof surveys in Shipbourne: local notes
The wider area around Shipbourne has a long history of building, with Ightham Mote about 1.1 miles north-west. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Giles, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear. If you look after a building such as Shipbourne School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. If you let a flat or house near Borough Green & Wrotham station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Shipbourne is about 3 miles north of Tonbridge, in Kent. Surveys in Shipbourne work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Shipbourne is one of the places in Kent we cover. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
Here we cover the TN11 postcode area for flat roof surveys. You will find streets like Upper Green Road, Upper Green Lane and Back Lane, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Shipbourne: Budds (1 mile west), Yopps Green (1 mile north), Sheet Hill (2 miles north), Ivy Hatch (2 miles north) and Coldharbour (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (11 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north), Sevenoaks (5 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles south), Gravesend (13 miles north) and Tonbridge (3 miles south).
What’s near Shipbourne
In Shipbourne, that means homes and buildings near Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve, Hugh Christie Technology College and The Chaser Public House. Shipbourne’s nearest station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, about 3.3 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Ightham Court (3.3 miles north) and Hadlow Tower museum (2.8 miles south-east). Open spaces near Shipbourne include Barden Lake.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Shipbourne
Do you carry out roof surveys in Shipbourne?
Yes, Shipbourne is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Do you cover smaller places like Shipbourne?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on commercial buildings as well as homes. Expect about 3 to 4 hours on site for most commercial roofs, and larger roofs are quoted for their size.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Tell us about it as you book and we will explain what’s needed.
Will you check the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The loft space can show things the outside cannot, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
How many years has my flat roof got left?
We do not give a fixed number of years, because it depends on upkeep, weather and how the roof was laid. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.