Medway · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Allhallows, Medway
An experienced roof surveyor for roof leak investigations in Allhallows. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
Landlord and commercial surveys in Allhallows
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
About our roof leak investigation in Allhallows
Moisture readings and thermal imaging are used where they’re useful. Moisture readings show which materials are wet. Thermal imaging shows temperature differences that can point to wet areas, not water itself, so we confirm what it suggests with moisture readings. Thermal imaging is part of the Premium Survey, and moisture detection comes with Standard. The best thermal results come after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We survey flat roof details, chimney stacks and lead flashings, and common reasons people get in touch are water through the ceiling under a flat roof and drips in the loft during heavy rain.
Somewhere as small as Allhallows, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
What you get is a clear record of the leaking roof on the day we saw it. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Allhallows (ME3)
- Region
- Medway
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Allhallows
What else we do in Allhallows
Practical tips
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Let us know what has already been tried
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look
- Write down the wind direction and rain when it leaks
- Photograph the stain each time it appears
If condensation is the cause, we explain it, with recommendations on ventilation. It saves chasing a leak that isn’t there.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, ideally once the leaves have fallen. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet. Use a professional rather than climbing up yourself.
What happens on the day
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take about one to two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere as small as Allhallows, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- Inside, we check the stain and the ceiling around it.
- From the loft space, we trace the water’s route where there is safe access.
- Outside, we check flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details from every safe vantage point.
- We email a written report showing where the water most likely gets in.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets in another room
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Book a survey
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know where you stand. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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What affects the price in Allhallows
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Roof area
Prices start 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.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
For a price for roof leak investigations in Allhallows, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings
Water from a failed flashing can travel down the wall or along a rafter. We check every flashing that could feed the stain.
Flat roof upstands and outlets
Outlets drain a flat roof. When one blocks, water ponds and finds any weak spot. Outlets and the area around them are looked at.
Common questions in Allhallows
Is Allhallows within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is my home in Allhallows listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Could my leak actually be condensation?
Many apparent leaks turn out to be condensation. Leaks tend to follow wet weather and show in one place, while condensation is often widespread and worst on cold days. The report explains which it looks like and what to do.
Is thermal imaging part of a leak investigation?
Where conditions suit, it can. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind. Wet insulation holds heat longer than dry, which can show up on the image. We always check what it shows with moisture readings.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How much is a survey?
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Do you need a roof leak investigation in Allhallows?
A roof valley collects the rain from two slopes. Split linings, slipped valley tiles or debris can push water under the slates or tiles. The stain may appear well away from the valley itself.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
For an older house near a landmark like Church of All Saints, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
Leaks and storm damage in Allhallows
Allhallows is within about 1 mile of the coast, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
Landlords with a home close to Chalkwell station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Allhallows Primary Academy, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Allhallows is about 5 miles south-east of Canvey Island, in Medway. In Allhallows, as across Medway, every roof gets the same careful survey. Across Medway, we cover Allhallows and the places around it. Maidstone is in our area too.
Here we cover the ME3 postcode area for roof leak investigations. Streets in the area include St Andrew's Walk, Avery Way and St Matthew's Way, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Allhallows-on-Sea (1 mile north-east), Lower Stoke (1 mile south), Middle Stoke (1 mile south), Stoke (2 miles south-west) and St Mary Hoo (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Gillingham (7 miles south-west), Chatham (9 miles south-west), Rochester (8 miles south-west), Rainham (8 miles south), Strood (9 miles south-west) and Luton (8 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Allhallows
In Allhallows, that means homes and buildings near Rose And Crown Public House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Chalkwell station, about 5 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Chartwell Private Hospital (5.5 miles north) and Bay Museum (3.9 miles north-west). The countryside around Allhallows includes Bishop Saltings.