Kent · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Sissinghurst
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings across Sissinghurst, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Cracked or split membrane
- Outlets that hold water back
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
Local flat roofs in Sissinghurst
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. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
If you look after a building such as Cranbrook School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of the Holy Trinity, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start. Landlords with a home close to Staplehurst station may find that flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Sissinghurst is about 11 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Sissinghurst is one of many places we visit across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Our Kent coverage includes Sissinghurst. Maidstone is in our area too.
Here we cover the TN17 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Whether your property is on The Street, Milkhouse Cottages and Cobnut Close or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Sissinghurst: Wilsley Pound (1 mile west), Cranbrook Common (1 mile north), Wilsley Green (1 mile south-west), Knox Bridge (2 miles north) and Colliers Green (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles west), Tonbridge (14 miles north-west), Kings Hill (13 miles north-west) and Foley Park (12 miles north).
Local landmarks in Sissinghurst
We work in homes and buildings around Crane Valley and The Bull Public House. Sissinghurst’s nearest station is Staplehurst station, roughly 4.3 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Sissinghurst Castle (1.1 miles east) and Benenden Hospital (3.1 miles south-east).
How a flat roof survey works in Sissinghurst
Standing water is one of the first things we look for on a flat roof. It can mean the falls were never right, an outlet is blocked or the deck has started to sag. The survey notes any ponding, the state of each outlet and any dips that hint at a sagging deck. If the deck itself looks like a structural concern, we will recommend a structural engineer. If you’re worried about failed seals around rooflight kerbs and splits, cracks and crazing, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Sissinghurst, 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 beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Sissinghurst (TN17)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
How the survey works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take an hour or two for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Somewhere as small as Sissinghurst, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that is safe.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations and emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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How we price flat roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The size of the roof
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Every price we give includes VAT. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Different roofs, different checks
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.
GRP fibreglass
A GRP fibreglass roof is a hard, resin-bonded surface over a timber deck. We look for cracks at board joints, around trims and at upstands.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Sissinghurst
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Book a survey every few years
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
- Clear roof outlets and gutters each autumn
Buyers can take the findings back to the seller or the agent. It can support a request for work before completion or a conversation about price, depending on what we found.
Get splits, lifted seams and loose trims seen to while they’re small. Prompt repairs tend to add years to a flat roof.
Sissinghurst: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sissinghurst?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Will you come out to Sissinghurst?
Yes, Sissinghurst is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Are you insured?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
We do not give a fixed number of years, because so much depends on upkeep, exposure and workmanship. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
Do you need to get into 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.