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Flat Roof Survey in Sholden
Get a clear view of the flat roof at a property in Sholden. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Splits, cracks and crazing
How a flat roof survey works in Sholden
We inspect a flat roof from wherever it can safely be seen: from the roof itself where that is safe, from windows and nearby vantage points, and from inside where there is access. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. Where any area can’t be viewed safely, we say so in the report, so the limits of the survey are clear. Common reasons to book are blocked or damaged outlets and damaged trims at the roof edge, on EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and mastic asphalt.
Older buildings in small places like Sholden may be listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. If you are planning work, check with the council first. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Sholden (CT14)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Sholden: your questions answered
Can you look at the flat roof of a hotel or office near Sholden?
Yes, we cover commercial roofs as well as homes. Roof access is agreed with the building manager or owner beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sholden?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Sholden?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, and it’s agreed before booking.
How quickly is the report sent?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Cottages and farmhouses around Sholden often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
What affects the price in Sholden
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Which survey package you book
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Anything about access we should know
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Nearby places to Sholden
Other services in Sholden
Why get it checked now?
Standing water on a flat roof rarely sorts itself out. 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. For older village homes like those around Sholden, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What you get with us
- A written report with photos
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Useful tips for Sholden property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
If anything in the report is not clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one, giving you a chance to go through what we found.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, particularly after the leaves fall. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.
Flat and commercial roofs around Sholden
Sholden lies within about 2 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Coastal wind works at the edges of flat roofs, and salt air wears metal trims and fixings. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Nicholas, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. If you own a rental within reach of Deal station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. Historic houses such as Walmer Castle, about 2 miles south-east, show how far back building around Sholden goes. Older homes nearby may have later flat-roofed extensions or dormers, frequently re-covered more than once.
Sholden is about 1 mile north-west of Deal, in Kent. Roofs in Sholden get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. We cover towns and villages across Kent. For surveys nearby, see our Canterbury page.
All of CT14 is covered for flat roof surveys. We cover properties on The Street, London Road and Colmanton Grove and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Sholden Meadows (1 mile west), Mill Hill (1 mile south), Great Mongeham (1 mile south-west), Deal (1 mile south-east) and Finglesham (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (13 miles west), Margate (11 miles north), Dover (7 miles south-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (8 miles north) and Broadstairs (10 miles north).
Landmarks near Sholden
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Betteshanger Park, Castle Community College and The Magnet pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Deal station, roughly 1.1 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Deal Castle (1.4 miles east) and Kent Museum of the Moving Image (1.2 miles east). For a walk, there is Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
What this survey can’t tell you
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Parts of the roof that aren’t safe to walk on or view
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we check
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs