Roof Leak Investigation in Medway

Roof leak investigation in Medway: how it works

Our roof leak investigations cover Medway and the wider South East. We visit on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. We look inside and out, at flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details. You get a written report with photographs and recommendations. If water is coming in now, catch it in a bucket and keep it away from lights and sockets, and then ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Common reasons to book are water marks that spread in wet weather and condensation that looks like a leak, on valleys and parapet gutters, rooflights and dormers and chimney stacks.

We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours.

1. We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
2. Inside, we check the stain and the ceiling around it.
3. From the loft space, we trace the water’s route where there’s safe access.
4. Outside, we check flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details from each safe vantage point.
5. You receive a report with the likely source, photos and recommendations.

What affects the price in Medway

Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.

Why choose Independent Roof Survey

• Visits on any day of the week
• More than 5,000 surveys completed
• Every finding written up with photos
• Thermal imaging and drones used where they help

Booking a survey

Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.

What’s near Gillingham

Around Gillingham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Robert Napier School, Featherby Junior School and The Robert Napier School and the streets around them. You’ll also find Holy Trinity Church (within half a mile north-east), The Star pub (0.6 miles west) and Ambley Wood (0.8 miles south). Gillingham’s nearest station is Gillingham (Kent) station, roughly 1.5 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Medway Maritime Hospital (1.6 miles west) and Six Poor Travellers House (3.3 miles west). The countryside around Gillingham includes Blue Bell Hill and Bishop Saltings.

What affects the price in Medway

Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:

• How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
• The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
• The roof’s overall size
• Basic, Standard or Premium

Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.

What we need to know

If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:

• What made you get in touch
• Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
• How the loft is reached, if there is one
• The style of property, from a terrace to a block

Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.

Useful tips for Medway property owners

You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:

• Do not climb onto the roof to look
• Have an electrician check any wet fittings
• Let us know what has already been tried
• Clear the loft hatch so we can get in

Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, and Premium includes an in-person consultation. You can ask us about anything that is not clear.

Have flashings and flat roofs looked at every few years. Flashings, valleys and flat roof details are frequent weak points, and wear is easier to deal with before water gets in.