Kent · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Stockbury, Kent
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Stockbury. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Splits, cracks and crazing
What we look for on each type of roof
GRP fibreglass
GRP roofs can last up to about 30 years when they’re laid well. Hairline cracks over board joints are an early warning we look out for.
EPDM rubber
An EPDM rubber roof is normally one large sheet, bonded to the deck. The survey looks at laps, edge trims, corners and signs of puncture.
About our flat roof survey in Stockbury
Water through a flat roof does not always come in where the stain is. It can run along the deck from a split, an open lap or a failed upstand some distance away. Our survey covers the whole roof, not just the part above the mark, and photograph anything that could let water in. Whoever carries out the work then has a clear starting point. We survey upstands and outlets, single-ply membranes and mastic asphalt, and people most often book us about a sagging deck under the covering and raised blisters across the surface.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Stockbury take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, typically 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 is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Place
- Stockbury (ME9)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a flat roof survey doesn’t cover
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Mastic asphalt
Also near Stockbury
Also in Stockbury
Flat and commercial roofs around Stockbury
Stockbury is within about 5 miles of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt in the air is hard on metal flashings and fixings, and wind catches any loose edge on a flat roof. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your 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, so the council is the place to ask.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Mary Magdalene Church, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Stockbury is about 4 miles west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Whether the building in Stockbury is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Stockbury is one of the places in Kent where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
We survey roofs across ME9 for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on The Street, Hill Green Road and Harrow Court. If you’re just outside Stockbury, we cover Yelsted (1 mile west), South Green (1 mile south-east), Hartlip (1 mile north), Lower Hartlip (1 mile north) and Danaway (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (6 miles south-west), Sittingbourne (4 miles east), Gravesend (13 miles north-west), Faversham (11 miles east), Northfleet (15 miles north-west) and Minster (9 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Stockbury
We work in homes and buildings around The Three Squirrels pub and Stockbury Hill Wood and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Newington station, about 2.2 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Bayford Court (4.6 miles east) and KIMS hospital (4.5 miles south-west). Not far away are Detling Hill.
What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Common roof problems in Stockbury
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Felt roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM often 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, although how well it was laid and looked after matters a great deal. A survey shows how yours is holding up, whatever its age.
Common reasons to book include:
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Leaks around rooflights
For landlords with property near Newington station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Before you book anyone
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Will the report include photos?
What happens on the day
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes between one and two hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. For a village or hamlet like Stockbury, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
How to prepare
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Advice
How we price flat roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Height and safe access
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
FAQs for Stockbury
Is the coastal weather around Stockbury hard on roofs?
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.
Will you come out to Stockbury?
Yes, Stockbury is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
What happens after the survey?
The report comes by email, and what you do next is up to you: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
We survey felt and built-up roofs, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply PVC and TPO. If you don’t know what your roof is, we will identify it on the day.
How soon will I get the report?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Do you go up onto the roof?
We inspect from wherever is safe: the roof itself where that is safe, plus windows, vantage points and the rooms below. We never walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.