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Flat roof survey in Sutton, Kent
We carry out flat roof surveys in Sutton and the rest of Kent. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Standing water left after rain
- Cracked or split membrane
Flat roof survey in Sutton
A Basic Survey, from £150, covers a visual inspection, a condition report, photos and written recommendations. The Standard Survey, from £250, adds moisture detection and a structural check. On a flat roof, moisture readings can help show whether water has got under the covering. Bigger commercial roofs are priced on their size and access. We survey GRP fibreglass, single-ply membranes and felt flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are outlets choked with leaves and silt and damaged trims at the roof edge.
Some older homes in villages like Sutton are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Sutton (CT15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Sutton
How do I find out if my home in Sutton 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.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Sutton?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take about one to two hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. You’ll then get the report by email.
Do you work in Sutton?
Yes. Sutton is part of the area we cover, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
How fast do I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Sutton?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Sutton
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photos.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant.
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Note where water lies after a downpour
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
Many people send the report to two or three roofers for quotes. Because everyone is pricing the same findings, the quotes are easier to compare. You stay in control of who does the work and when.
Keep foot traffic on a flat roof to a minimum. If access is needed, boards or walkways help protect the covering, and to keep well clear of rooflights and fragile sheeting.
Also near Sutton
What else we do in Sutton
Roof by roof
GRP fibreglass
GRP roofs can last up to about 30 years when they’re laid well. Cracking where boards meet or where the deck moves is a common early sign of trouble.
Mastic asphalt
Mastic asphalt is a heavy, seamless covering often found on older blocks, balconies and commercial roofs. The survey checks for crazing, cracking, blistering and splits where the asphalt turns up the walls.
How the survey works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Older roofs in small places like Sutton can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You let us know about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We view the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof where it’s safe to do so.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- You get a report with photographs and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- Keep pets in another room
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or email us. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
What a flat roof survey looks like in Sutton
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Sutton, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Wind can catch loose edges and trims on a flat roof, and salt air is hard on metal trims, flashings and fixings. Historic houses such as Walmer Castle, about 2.6 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Sutton goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
If you let a flat or house near Martin Mill station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Peter and St Paul, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Sutton is about 3 miles south-west of Deal, in Kent. We provide flat roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Sutton. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small. There is also a page for Canterbury.
We survey roofs across CT15 for flat roof surveys. Streets in the area include Vale Road and Church Hill, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in East Studdal (1 mile west), Martin (1 mile south), Studdal (1 mile west), Ringwould (2 miles south-east) and West Langdon (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (13 miles north-west), Margate (13 miles north), Dover (4 miles south-west), Folkestone (11 miles south-west), Ramsgate (10 miles north) and Broadstairs (12 miles north).
What’s near Sutton
For rail, the closest station is Martin Mill station, about 1.7 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Royal Victoria Hospital (4.9 miles south) and Kent Museum of the Moving Image (3.2 miles north-east).
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Parts of the roof that aren’t safe to walk on or view
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Sutton
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
Checking the roof from the ground
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.