Kent · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in West Cross, Kent
Find out the condition of the flat roof at your property in West Cross. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- Pools of water lying on the roof
Tips that help
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Note where water lies after a downpour
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
- Clear roof outlets and gutters each autumn
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, giving you a chance to go through what we found.
Get splits, lifted seams and loose trims seen to while they’re small. Prompt repairs tend to add years to a flat roof.
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in West Cross
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. 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’re worried about blisters and bubbles in the covering and standing water left after rain, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as West Cross, 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.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- West Cross (TN17)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- 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
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in West Cross
Ponding keeps the covering wet and wears it faster. 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.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Cracked or split membrane
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Pools of water lying on the roof
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Parish Church of St Mary, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking.
Before booking anyone
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How soon the report will arrive
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen. Most surveys take an hour or two on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Rural addresses near West Cross can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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 is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Flat and commercial roofs around West Cross
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. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. Smallhythe Place, about 3.7 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around West Cross. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take a building like Rolvenden Primary School: a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
West Cross is about 12 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. We carry out flat roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in West Cross and nearby. Our area takes in places right across Kent. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
All of TN17 is within our area for flat roof surveys. Other places close to West Cross include Rolvenden (1 mile east), Rolvenden Layne (1 mile south-east), Strood (1 mile east), East End (2 miles north) and Parkgate (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (15 miles north), Ashford (12 miles north-east), Paddock Wood (13 miles north-west), Tenterden (3 miles east), Bearsted (15 miles north) and Park Wood (13 miles north).
Landmarks near West Cross
Around West Cross, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Bull Hotel. Nearby you’ll also find Benenden Hospital (2.2 miles north) and Sissinghurst Castle (4.5 miles north).
Why it is worth a survey now in West Cross
Flat roofs can’t typically be seen from the street, so they’re often overlooked. Owners frequently learn the roof is at the end of its life only when it leaks. A survey every few years stops that from catching you out. Around West Cross, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book us in West Cross
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Every finding written up with photos
- An independent view of the roof
- 98% customer satisfaction
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Roof area
- The shape of the roof and its details
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Getting in touch
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Anything about access we should know
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What’s prompted the survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
When you need someone else
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
What else we do in West Cross
Questions from West Cross
Do you cover smaller places like West Cross?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Do you cover West Cross?
We do. The survey and report are the same in West Cross as anywhere else.
What will the report tell me?
Written findings with photographs, explaining the condition of the flat roof, any defects and our recommendations. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
How long does the survey take?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take between one and two hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. The report is sent afterwards by email.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in West Cross?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
Does the survey cover asbestos?
We do not carry out asbestos surveys. Older buildings, from before 2000, may have asbestos in cement sheets or soffits. We note anything that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check it before it’s disturbed.