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Flat roof survey in Stocks Green, Kent
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Stocks Green, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Outlets that hold water back
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Stocks Green
Water through a flat roof doesn’t always come in where the stain is. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. That’s why we check every detail across the roof, not only the area above the stain, with photos of anything that could be letting water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. We survey single-ply membranes, felt flat roofs and EPDM rubber, and the problems we are asked to look at most are blistering in felt or asphalt and cracked or split membrane.
Somewhere as small as Stocks Green, 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. We simply plan the journey and access in advance. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when you book.
Where we cannot see part of the flat roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Stocks Green (TN11)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Stocks Green
No flat roof covering lasts for ever. Around 15 to 20 years is common for felt, while EPDM often lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, although how well it was laid and looked after matters a great deal. We can tell you how your roof is doing, whatever its age.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Outlets that hold water back
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Ponding water that does not drain away
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Parish Church of St John, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start.
What to check before booking
- What they will not be able to tell you
- What exactly goes into their report
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What happens after the report arrives
How it works
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. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Somewhere as small as Stocks Green, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We look at the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Booking a survey
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
Related advice
When you need someone else
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Stocks Green and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Stocks Green
Is Stocks Green in the area you cover?
Yes, Stocks Green is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
How do I find out if my home in Stocks Green is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In high wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
What happens after the survey?
The report comes by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Flat and commercial roofs around Stocks Green
About 3.2 miles south-west lies Penshurst Place, a reminder of how long the area around Stocks Green has been built on. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. 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. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
For landlords with property near Hildenborough station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. Anyone responsible for a site like Hildenborough Church of England Primary School will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Stocks Green is about 2 miles north-west of Tonbridge, in Kent. We cover Stocks Green and the rest of Kent. Stocks Green is one of the places in Kent we cover for flat roof surveys. Maidstone is in our area too.
We survey roofs across the TN11 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Hildenborough (1 mile north-east), Watt's Cross (1 mile north), Hilden Park (1 mile east), Coldharbour (2 miles north-east) and Underriver (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (13 miles east), Sevenoaks (5 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (5 miles south), Swanley (13 miles north), Kings Hill (9 miles north-east) and Foley Park (14 miles east).
What’s near Stocks Green
In Stocks Green, that means homes and buildings near The Judd School, The Flying Dutchman Public House and Haysden Country Park, among other places. There’s a railway station in Stocks Green itself: Hildenborough station. Well-known places in the area include Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (2.9 miles south-east) and The Milne Museum (2 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Barden Lake and Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
Leave it or get it looked at?
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. Outbuildings and barns around Stocks Green are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What you get with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Package prices that include VAT
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
How we price flat roof surveys
To price your survey, we check:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Roof area
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.