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Flat roof survey in Throwley, Kent
Not sure what state the flat roof is in? You can book a flat roof survey in Throwley and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Outlets that hold water back
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
FAQs for Throwley
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Throwley?
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.
Is Throwley within the area you cover?
Yes, Throwley is covered. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is ponding on a flat roof a problem?
Standing water on a flat roof deserves a closer look. It can point to blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is sagging, and it wears the covering faster. We record where it sits and the likely cause.
Can you survey any kind of flat roof?
Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply roofs are all covered. If you do not know what your roof is, we will identify it on the day.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details when booking.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. Offices, units, shops and blocks of flats are all part of our work. We quote bigger roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address.
Flat roof survey in Throwley
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets and rooflights. We cover felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply roofs. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. You get a photo-illustrated written report and our recommendations. We survey EPDM rubber, upstands and outlets and GRP fibreglass, and common reasons people get in touch are outlets choked with leaves and silt and raised blisters across the surface.
In a small place like Throwley, a flat roof can stand in the open, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, normally show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Throwley (ME13)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Throwley
What else we do in Throwley
Flat roof surveys around Throwley
With Belmont House and Gardens about 0.6 miles north-west, Throwley sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit.
Take an older house close to Church of St Michael and All Angels: any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Throwley is about 4 miles south of Faversham, in Kent. Whether the building in Throwley is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Throwley is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. Canterbury is in our area too.
Every address in ME13 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you’re just outside Throwley, we cover Throwley Forstal (1 mile south), Sheldwich (1 mile north-east), Badlesmere (1 mile east), Sheldwich Lees (1 mile east) and Eastling (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (14 miles west), Ashford (9 miles south), Canterbury (10 miles east), Sittingbourne (7 miles north-west), Whitstable (10 miles north-east) and Faversham (4 miles north).
Local landmarks in Throwley
For rail, the closest station is Faversham station, about 3.6 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Newnham Castle (2.7 miles north-west).
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
Why act early in Throwley
Standing water on a flat roof rarely sorts itself out. It normally points to an outlet, the falls or a sagging deck, and each wet season wears the covering further. Knowing the cause early gives you more choice over what to do. In a small place like Throwley, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why us?
- Prices that include VAT
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- A written report with photographs
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What we do, step by step
It’s useful 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. Most visits take between one and two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. In a hamlet or village like Throwley, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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 photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Related advice
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Roof area
- House, block, shop or office
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- When you need the report by
- Anything about access we should know
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
What we are asked to look at in Throwley
Water that doesn’t drain sits on the roof and speeds up wear. Blocked outlets, poor falls and a sagging deck are the usual causes. Where trees are close by, leaves and silt can block an outlet within a single autumn.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
If you own a rental within reach of Faversham station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
What to check before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
For landlords and building managers, the report is a dated record of the roof’s condition. It helps when planning maintenance budgets, and it makes changes easy to spot at the next survey.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, especially after the leaves fall. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.