Kent · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Wissenden, Kent
Find out the condition of the flat roof at your property in Wissenden from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Outlets that hold water back
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Wissenden
Do you carry out roof surveys in Wissenden?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Wissenden is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Wissenden?
Yes, Wissenden is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
How much is a survey?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
Felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes are all part of the work. We record what the covering is and how it’s holding up.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. The written report follows by email.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
About our flat roof survey in Wissenden
Each type of flat roof has its own weak points. Felt can blister and crack, asphalt can craze and split, EPDM seams and laps can lift, and GRP can crack where boards meet or at the trims. Single-ply PVC and TPO roofs are checked at their welds, edges and fixings. Knowing what you have and how it’s doing helps you plan what comes next. We survey upstands and outlets, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass, and the problems we are asked to look at most are cracked or split membrane and blistering in felt or asphalt.
Some older homes in villages like Wissenden are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. If you are planning work, check with the council first. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- Wissenden (TN26)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Wissenden
What else we do in Wissenden
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Do you need a flat roof survey in Wissenden?
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM often 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, though workmanship and upkeep make a big difference. A survey shows how yours is holding up, whatever its age.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
If you own a rental within reach of Pluckley station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their insurance cover
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Their report turnaround times
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
Flat and commercial roofs around Wissenden
Older houses across Kent often 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. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. With Godinton House about 4.8 miles east, Wissenden sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take a building like Bethersden Primary School: a large flat roof with plenty of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Wissenden is about 6 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. Surveys in Wissenden work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful look at what can be seen safely, photographs and a clear written report. Across Kent, we cover Wissenden and the places around it. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Flat roof surveys in TN26 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Wissenden: Maltman's Hill (1 mile north), Bethersden (1 mile south-east), Further Quarter (2 miles south-west), Chambers' Green (2 miles north-east) and Fir Toll (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (12 miles north-west), Ashford (6 miles east), Sittingbourne (14 miles north), Faversham (14 miles north-east), Davington (14 miles north-east) and Foley Park (13 miles north-west).
Near you in Wissenden
The closest station to Wissenden is Pluckley station, roughly 1.5 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Benenden Hospital (6 miles south-west) and Romden Castle (1 mile north-west).
Useful tips for Wissenden property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
- Note the date and type of any roof work
If you’re buying, the report gives you something specific to take back to the seller or agent. It can support a request for work before completion or a conversation about price, depending on the findings.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, especially after the leaves fall. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.
What a flat roof survey does not cover
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- Parts of the roof that aren’t safe to walk on or view
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
Landlord and commercial surveys in Wissenden
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.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer.
The survey, step by step
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. All told, expect about one to two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Somewhere as small as Wissenden, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- 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.
- 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
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.