Kent · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Thurnham
Wondering about the flat roof at a property in Thurnham? We carry out flat roof surveys in Thurnham and across Kent.
- Standing water left after rain
- Leaks around rooflights
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
Flat roof survey in Thurnham: what you get
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. The findings go into a written report with photos, setting out the defects and what we’d recommend. If you’ve noticed edge trims that have lifted or split and splits, cracks and crazing, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Thurnham, 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. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when booking.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Thurnham (ME14)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.
Nearby places to Thurnham
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What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Getting in touch
We’ll usually ask about:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
What a flat roof survey does not cover
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- 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, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
Flat roof surveys around Thurnham
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. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. With Stoneacre about 2.6 miles south, Thurnham sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
For landlords with property near Bearsted station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. The streets around a church such as St Mary the Virgin Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. If you look after a building such as Valley Park School, schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Thurnham is about 3 miles north-east of Maidstone, in Kent. We visit Thurnham as part of our work across Kent, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Across Kent, we cover Thurnham.
Here we cover the ME14 postcode area for flat roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Thurnham Lane, Aldington Lane and Pilgrims Way. If you are just outside Thurnham, we cover Detling (1 mile north-west), Bearsted (1 mile south-west), Weavering (2 miles south-west), Grove Green (2 miles west) and Harbourland (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (3 miles south-west), Sittingbourne (7 miles north-east), Gravesend (13 miles north-west), Tonbridge (15 miles south-west), Faversham (13 miles east) and Northfleet (14 miles north-west).
Near you in Thurnham
Typical jobs here are in homes near White Horse Wood and Black Horse Public House, among other places. The closest station to Thurnham is Bearsted station, about 1.1 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find Allington Castle (3.3 miles west) and KIMS hospital (1.4 miles west). Open spaces near Thurnham include Detling Hill.
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Older rural homes like those around Thurnham can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We check the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Keep pets in another room
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
How to book
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
Leave it or get it looked at?
Ponding seldom gets better on its own. Most frequently it means blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is dipping, and every wet spell adds to the wear. Finding the cause now keeps more options open. Around Thurnham, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
What you get with us
- PI and public liability insurance
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
FAQs for Thurnham
Is Thurnham within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Thurnham?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How long does the survey take?
It normally takes between one and two hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. You will then get the report by email.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We are roof surveyors, not structural engineers. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
Can you test old roof sheets for asbestos?
Asbestos testing isn’t part of our survey. If we see materials that could contain it, such as cement sheets on a building from before 2000, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check them.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.