Kent · London and the South East
Shottenden Flat Roof Survey
We take a careful look at the flat roof at your property in Shottenden, with photos and a written report.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
Flat roof survey in Shottenden: what you get
Each type of flat roof has its own weak points. Built-up felt tends to blister and crack, asphalt crazes and splits, EPDM can lift at its laps, and GRP can crack at board joints and edge trims. On PVC and TPO single-ply roofs, we look closely at the welded laps, edges and fixings. Once you know the covering and its condition, planning the next step is far easier. We survey mastic asphalt, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes, and people most frequently book us about outlets that hold water back and damaged trims at the roof edge.
Some older homes in villages like Shottenden are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. If you’re planning work, check with the council first. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. 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, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Where
- Shottenden (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
For a buyer, the best time to learn about a flat roof is before contracts are exchanged. After that, the cost of any work is yours. A report gives you facts to put to the seller or agent. Older cottages and farmhouses around Shottenden can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
For a price for your roof in Shottenden, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Package prices that include VAT
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Photos and a written report every time
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
FAQs for Shottenden
Do you cover smaller places like Shottenden?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Shottenden?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Is a flat roof survey the same as a building survey?
No. Our survey covers the flat roof only. It’s not a RICS Level 2 or 3 home survey or a structural engineer’s report. Many buyers use it alongside a building survey.
How long will you be at the property?
Most surveys take between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. The report follows by email.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when booking and we will explain what’s needed.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
We cover the main flat roof coverings: felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply. The report names the covering and explains its condition.
Nearby places to Shottenden
Also in Shottenden
What we cannot see
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- Areas we can’t see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
Flat roof surveys around Shottenden
Older houses across Kent frequently 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 on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. About 3.7 miles north-west lies Belmont House and Gardens, a reminder of how long the area around Shottenden has been built on. 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.
Landlords with a home close to Selling station may find that flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Shottenden is about 5 miles south of Faversham, in Kent. Surveys in Shottenden work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Shottenden is one of the places in Kent where we work for flat roof surveys. Canterbury is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: CT4. You’ll find streets like Shottenden Road, Goldups Lane and Beaney's Lane, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Perrywood (1 mile north), Selling (1 mile north), Hogben's Hill (2 miles north), Molash (2 miles south-west) and Mountain Street (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (8 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-west), Whitstable (8 miles north-east), Faversham (5 miles north) and Herne Bay (12 miles north-east).
Around Shottenden
The nearest railway station is Selling station, about 2 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Tower keep castle at Chilham (1.6 miles east).
What we look for on each type of roof
EPDM rubber
An EPDM rubber roof is usually one large sheet, bonded to the deck. The survey looks at laps, edge trims, corners and signs of puncture.
Felt and built-up roofs
Many extensions, garages and dormers have a felt roof laid in layers. We look for blistering, cracking, split laps and worn mineral surfacing.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Shottenden
Landlords and letting agents in Shottenden book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
What we do, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes about 1–2 hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. In a small place like Shottenden, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.