Medway · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in St Mary Hoo
An experienced roof surveyor for flat roof surveys in St Mary Hoo. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Ponding water that does not drain away
Flat roof survey in St Mary Hoo: what you get
We inspect a flat roof from wherever it can safely be seen: from the roof itself where that’s 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 cannot be viewed safely, we say so in the report, so the limits of the survey are clear. If you’re worried about signs of deflection in the roof deck and damaged trims at the roof edge, we can find out what’s behind it, on upstands and outlets, mastic asphalt and single-ply membranes alike.
Somewhere as small as St Mary Hoo, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access ahead of time. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when you book.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- St Mary Hoo (ME3)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
A survey can show whether a whole new roof is needed or whether the problems are in a few places. Sometimes a few details are to blame, and sometimes the covering has simply had its day. Our report gives you the evidence to discuss with a roofer. Older cottages and farmhouses around St Mary Hoo can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
For a price for your roof in St Mary Hoo, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Packages from £150, including VAT
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Honest limits
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the flat roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It normally takes an hour or two for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In a small place like St Mary Hoo, access is usually 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.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Keep pets in another room
Booking a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
You get the report by email and can pass it to a roofer, your solicitor, the seller or your managing agent. Each defect is described in plain words and shown in a photo, so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
Get splits, lifted seams and loose trims seen to while they’re small. A flat roof that’s looked after between surveys usually lasts longer.
FAQs for St Mary Hoo
Is my home in St Mary Hoo listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in St Mary Hoo?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on offices, shops, industrial units and blocks of flats. We quote bigger roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
Felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes are all part of the work. The report names the covering and explains its condition.
What does the report include?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photographs throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, so you can see what we mean.
Places near St Mary Hoo
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Local flat roofs in St Mary Hoo
St Mary Hoo is within about 2 miles of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Wind can catch loose edges and trims on a flat roof, and salt air is hard on metal trims, flashings and fixings. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask.
Around St Mary Hoo, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
St Mary Hoo is about 4 miles south of Canvey Island, in Medway. Surveys in St Mary Hoo work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Across Medway, we cover St Mary Hoo. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Surveys in ME3 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Fenn Street (1 mile south-west), High Halstow (1 mile south-west), Sharnal Street (2 miles south-west), Tunbridge Hill (2 miles south) and Kingsnorth (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Gillingham (6 miles south), Chatham (8 miles south), Rochester (6 miles south-west), Rainham (7 miles south), Strood (7 miles south-west) and Luton (7 miles south).
Around St Mary Hoo
Other landmarks nearby include Bay Museum (3.6 miles north) and Medway Maritime Hospital (6 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Bishop Saltings.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.