Kent · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Staplestreet
We take a careful look at the flat roof at your property in Staplestreet, with photographs and a written report.
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Staplestreet
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. We cover felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply roofs. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. The findings go into a written report with photos, setting out the defects and what we’d recommend. If you are worried about gaps at upstands and abutments and standing water left after rain, we can find out what’s behind it.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Staplestreet take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, frequently around 15–20 years in life, show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Staplestreet (ME13)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Staplestreet
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
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What a flat roof survey looks like in Staplestreet
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Staplestreet, where sea air brings more salt and stronger 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. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Anyone responsible for a site like Boughton-under-Blean and Dunkirk Primary School will know that a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. If you own a rental within reach of Selling station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Michael, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
Staplestreet is about 3 miles east of Faversham, in Kent. Whether the building in Staplestreet is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Across Kent, we cover Staplestreet and the places around it. Canterbury is in our area too.
All of ME13 is covered for flat roof surveys. Whether your property is on Staple Street, Forge Farm Row and Staplestreet Road or anywhere close by, we can help. If you are just outside Staplestreet, we cover Slutshole (1 mile north-east), Hernhill (1 mile north-east), Goodnestone (1 mile north-west), Culmers (1 mile north) and Dargate (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (12 miles south), Canterbury (6 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles west), Whitstable (5 miles north-east), Faversham (3 miles west) and Herne Bay (9 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Staplestreet
In Staplestreet, that means homes and buildings near Mount Ephraim Gardens and White Horse Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Staplestreet is Selling station, about 1.9 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Tower keep castle at Chilham (4.2 miles south) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (5.7 miles east). Not far away are Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Questions from Staplestreet
Do you cover smaller places like Staplestreet?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Staplestreet is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about 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.
Can you survey a flat roof on an office or unit?
Yes. Offices, units, shops and blocks of flats are all part of our work. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size and access, so please call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Staplestreet?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof 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.
Is ponding on a flat roof a problem?
Water that lies on a flat roof for days is a sign that something needs attention. It could be the outlets, the falls or a deflecting deck. The survey looks at each and records the likely cause.
When does the report arrive?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
There’s no honest way to give an exact number of years. Typical ranges are around 15 to 20 years for felt, 30 to 50 for EPDM and up to about 30 for GRP, but your report describes the actual condition.
How it works
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit typically takes about 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Staplestreet often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start with the details: the address, the roof’s use and any leaks or stains.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that is safe.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- Where there’s safe access, we look at the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations and emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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How we price flat roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Height and safe access
- How big the roof is
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before you book.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Staplestreet
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Staplestreet. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Why act early in Staplestreet
Most flat roofs are out of sight, so they’re easy to forget. Owners often learn the roof is at the end of its life only when it leaks. A survey every few years stops that from catching you out. Older and listed buildings around Staplestreet may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Why us?
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Useful tips for Staplestreet property owners
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
- Clear roof outlets and gutters each autumn
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
For landlords and building managers, the report is a dated record of the roof’s condition. It’s useful when planning upkeep and setting budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. Water still lying a day or two later is worth getting looked at.