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Flat Roof Survey in Tunstall
Wondering about the flat roof at a property in Tunstall? We carry out flat roof surveys in Tunstall and across Kent.
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Blocked or damaged outlets
How a flat roof survey works in Tunstall
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. Moisture readings are useful on flat roofs, where water can spread under the covering before it shows inside. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. Common reasons to book are signs of deflection in the roof deck and outlets choked with leaves and silt, across upstands and outlets, mastic asphalt and felt flat roofs.
Somewhere as small as Tunstall, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access ahead of time. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when you book.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Tunstall (ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
GRP fibreglass
GRP can crack if the deck beneath flexes or if the resin was laid too thin. We record any cracking and any signs of the deck moving.
Single-ply membranes
Plant, fixings and foot traffic can all damage a single-ply roof. Any tears, punctures or loose membrane are recorded with photos.
When to book a survey in Tunstall
Water that does not drain sits on the roof and speeds up wear. It usually comes from poor falls, a blocked outlet or a deck that has dipped. Leaves and silt from nearby trees can soon choke an outlet.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Leaks around rooflights
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Blocked or damaged outlets
If you live in an older home near Church of St John the Baptist, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear.
Before you book anyone
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What insurance they carry
How it works
The visit has one job: to look at the flat roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere as small as Tunstall, 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.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there is access.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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For landlords and managing agents
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the flat roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Tunstall questions
Is the coastal weather around Tunstall 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.
Do you cover commercial flat roofs around Tunstall?
Yes, commercial flat roofs are part of what we cover. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for the building, and roof access is agreed with you ahead of the visit.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect what can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
What will the report tell me?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it is agreed before booking.
How we price flat roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- What made you get in touch
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where the property is, with the postcode
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Flat roof surveys in Tunstall: local notes
Tunstall lies within about 4 miles of the sea, so there’s 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. Tunstall has a number of hotels within about a mile and a half, and hotels, like offices and blocks of flats, often have flat roofs. If you look after one, a leak through a flat roof can put a room out of use.
If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Tunstall, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use. Anyone responsible for a site like Tunstall Church of England (Aided) Primary School will know that schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Tunstall is about 1 mile south-west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Anywhere in Tunstall, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the ME9 postcode area for flat roof surveys. If you are just outside Tunstall, we cover Heart's Delight (1 mile north-west), Borden (1 mile north-west), Highsted (1 mile east), Rodmersham Green (1 mile east) and Sittingbourne (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (9 miles south-west), Ashford (14 miles south-east), Whitstable (14 miles east), Faversham (7 miles east), Minster (7 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (14 miles west).
What’s near Tunstall
We work in homes and buildings around Cromers Wood and Fulston Manor School. The nearest railway station is Sittingbourne station, roughly 1.4 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Bayford Court (1.6 miles north-east) and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (1.4 miles north-east).
What happens if roof problems are left?
Flat roofs can’t usually be seen from the street, so they’re often overlooked. Owners often learn the roof is at the end of its life only when it leaks. Regular surveys mean it will not come as a surprise. Older cottages and farmhouses around Tunstall can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.