Kent · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Staple
Not sure what state the flat roof is in? You can book a flat roof survey in Staple and across Kent.
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Outlets that hold water back
Useful tips for Staple property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Check new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
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.
Try not to let a flat roof become a walkway. If access is needed, boards or walkways help protect the covering, and remind them never to step on rooflights or fragile sheets.
About our flat roof survey in Staple
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. Single-ply PVC and TPO roofs are checked at their welds, edges and fixings. Once you know the covering and its condition, planning the next step is far easier. We survey felt flat roofs, EPDM rubber and upstands and outlets, and people most frequently book us about edge trims that have lifted or split and dips that suggest the deck is deflecting.
Somewhere as small as Staple, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. The checks are the same as anywhere: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included as you book.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Staple (CT3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Flat roof surveys around Staple
Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Next to the main roofs there’s usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. Historic houses like Goodnestone Park, about 1.9 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Staple goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
The streets around a church like Church of St James are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Staple is about 7 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Staple, we can survey the roof. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
All of CT3 is within our area for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on The Street, Rowan Close and School Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. If you are just outside Staple, we cover Barnsole (1 mile south-east), Twitham (1 mile west), Durlock (1 mile north), Flemings (1 mile east) and Guilton (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (8 miles west), Margate (10 miles north-east), Dover (9 miles south), Folkestone (13 miles south), Ramsgate (8 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Staple
Around Staple, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Three Tuns pub. The closest station to Staple is Adisham station, about 2.9 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include White Mill (3.3 miles east). The countryside around Staple includes Monk's Wall nature reserve.
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Questions from Staple
Will you come out to Staple?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Is my home in Staple listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
We cover the main flat roof coverings: felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply. The report names the covering and explains its condition.
How many years has my flat roof got left?
There’s no honest way to give an exact number of years. As a guide, felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM frequently 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30, but the report tells you how your roof is really doing.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Staple?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
Why act early in Staple
Caught early, a split or open seam in a flat roof is often a small repair. Leave it, and water can get into the insulation and deck, which can turn a patch into a replacement. A survey now shows which you’re dealing with. For older village homes like those around Staple, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Staple
- Visits on any day of the week
- Prices that include VAT
- 98% of customers satisfied
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
What we look for on each type of roof
Felt and built-up roofs
Built-up felt is one of the most common flat roof coverings on extensions, garages and dormers. We look for blistering, cracking, split laps and worn mineral surfacing.
GRP fibreglass
GRP can crack if the deck beneath flexes or if the resin was laid too thin. We record any cracking and any signs of the deck moving.
When you need someone else
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Fragile surfaces, which we don’t walk on
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Staple
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
What we’re asked to look at in Staple
Flat roofs often get walked on for other jobs: to clean windows, fit aerials or air conditioning units, or reach a gutter. Each visit can damage a covering not made for regular foot traffic. New brackets and fixings through the roof are another common source of leaks.
Look out for signs like these:
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Pools of water lying on the roof
Landlords with a home close to Adisham station may find that a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
What to check before booking
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What exactly goes into their report
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What the survey won’t cover
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Cottages and farmhouses around Staple often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- 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.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Before the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.