Kent · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Upper Hardres, Kent
Need a flat roof survey in Upper Hardres? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Leaks around rooflights
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
- A sagging deck under the covering
Prices for flat roof surveys in Upper Hardres
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Which survey package you book
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What to let us know when you contact us
There’s no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The property’s address and postcode
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Flat roof survey in Upper Hardres: what you get
A flat roof doesn’t shed water the way a pitched roof does. Because rain sits on it for longer, a small split, an open seam or a blocked outlet matters more. The surface, the falls, the upstands and the trims are all looked at closely, and we look for signs that water has reached the deck. The aim is to find problems before they show up as a stain on a ceiling. We survey mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber and single-ply membranes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are dips that suggest the deck is deflecting and pools of water lying on the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Upper Hardres, flat roofs are normally on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. 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.
- Place
- Upper Hardres (CT4)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Upper Hardres
Other services in Upper Hardres
What a flat roof survey looks like in Upper Hardres
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. For landlords with property near Bekesbourne station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Upper Hardres is about 4 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. We survey roofs in Upper Hardres and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. Across Kent, we cover Upper Hardres.
Here we cover the CT4 postcode area for flat roof surveys. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on Broxhall Road and Hardres Court Road. We also cover the places around Upper Hardres: Lynsore Bottom (1 mile south-east), Pett Bottom (1 mile north-east), Lower Hardres (1 mile north), Petham (2 miles west) and Street End (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Ashford (11 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (10 miles south), Whitstable (10 miles north) and Deal (13 miles east).
Landmarks near Upper Hardres
In Upper Hardres, that means homes and buildings near The Duck pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Bekesbourne station, roughly 3.9 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Canterbury Castle (4.1 miles north) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (3.5 miles north).
Why act early in Upper Hardres
Caught early, a split or open seam in a flat roof is frequently a small repair. Leave it, and water can get into the insulation and deck, which can turn a patch into a replacement. A survey now shows which you are dealing with. Around Upper Hardres, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- Over 20 years’ experience
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- PI and public liability insurance
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Roof by roof
GRP fibreglass
A well-laid GRP roof often lasts up to about 30 years. Cracking where boards meet or where the deck moves is a common early sign of trouble.
EPDM rubber
An EPDM rubber roof is typically one large sheet, bonded to the deck. The survey looks at laps, edge trims, corners and signs of puncture.
How it works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere like Upper Hardres needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You let us know about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that is safe.
- Every part of the roof we can see is checked: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there is access.
- You get a written report with photos and our recommendations.
How to prepare
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Landlord and commercial surveys in Upper Hardres
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Landlords and letting agents in Upper Hardres book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the flat roof.
Honest limits
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
- Areas we cannot see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Mastic asphalt
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Upper Hardres
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Upper Hardres?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Upper Hardres?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Upper Hardres is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. Offices, units, shops and blocks of flats are all part of our work. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size and access, so please ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
When does the report arrive?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email.
Will you walk on the flat roof?
We inspect from wherever is safe: on the roof where it’s safe, and from windows, nearby vantage points and inside. We never walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
Do you check flat roofs for asbestos?
We do not test for asbestos. Where a roof has materials that might contain asbestos, like old cement sheeting, the report flags them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor.