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Roof leak investigation in Bonnington, Kent
Not sure what state the leaking roof is in? We carry out roof leak investigations in Bonnington and across Kent, with plain-English findings.
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
About our roof leak investigation in Bonnington
We use moisture detection and thermal imaging where they help. Moisture readings show which materials are wet. Thermal imaging shows temperature differences that can point to wet areas, not water itself, so its findings are checked with moisture readings. Moisture detection is included in the Standard Survey, and thermal imaging in Premium. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, on a dry roof with little wind. If you are worried about damp on a chimney breast and wet patches on loft insulation, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a village or hamlet like Bonnington, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are 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’s worth finding the cause soon.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Bonnington (TN25)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Bonnington: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Bonnington?
Yes, Bonnington is covered. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Is Bonnington in the area you cover?
Yes, Bonnington is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Can a leak be traced on a dry day?
Usually, yes. Moisture detection shows where materials are damp even on a dry day. For leaks that only happen in certain storms, we report the most likely routes.
Will you check the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
How fast do I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
What does the report include?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, and ends with what we recommend. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Patching the spot above the stain often doesn’t work. The real way in may be a metre or more away. We find the probable source before anyone starts work. Outbuildings and barns around Bonnington are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before you book.
Why us?
- Visits on any day of the week
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
How we price roof leak investigations
We confirm the price for your survey before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How big the roof is
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- House, block, shop or office
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Booking your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- Anything about access we should know
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Common roof problems in Bonnington
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and as it ages it splits, blisters and opens at the laps. Upstands and outlets are common weak points.
People usually book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Stains around a skylight
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
Anyone responsible for a site like Aldington Primary School will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Before booking anyone
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What exactly goes into their report
- What the survey won’t cover
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Let us know about any past repairs to the roof
- Protect furniture and flooring under the leak
- Keep water away from lights and sockets
- Record whether it leaks in every downpour or only some
Your report arrives by email, with photos of what we found. It sets out where we believe the water is getting in, how it’s travelling and what needs attention. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
After a downpour, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Look for drips, damp patches and stains on timbers. Photograph anything new.
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take between one and two hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Older rural homes like those around Bonnington can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- We examine the damp area and the rooms near it.
- From the loft space, we trace the water’s route where there’s safe access.
- Outside, we check flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details from every safe vantage point.
- You receive a report with the likely source, photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Keep pets in another room
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Advice
Nearby places to Bonnington
Also in Bonnington
Roof leak investigations around Bonnington
The wider area around Bonnington has a long history of building, with Westenhanger Castle about 4.4 miles east. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Across Kent, older roofs are frequently handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Trees in and around Poulton Wood shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. Landlords with a home close to Ham Street station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Bonnington is about 5 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. Wherever you are in Bonnington, we can come and survey your property. Bonnington is one of the places in Kent where we work for roof leak investigations. You can also see our page for Canterbury.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof leak investigations: TN25. If you need a roof leak investigation at a property on Cherry Orchard Lane and Bourne Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Bonnington include Aldington (1 mile north-east), Clap Hill (1 mile north-east), Aldington Frith (1 mile north-west), Stonestreet Green (1 mile north-east) and Postling Green (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Ashford (5 miles north-west), Canterbury (15 miles north-east), Folkestone (10 miles east), Hythe (7 miles east), Hawkinge (10 miles east) and Wincheap (14 miles north-east).
What’s near Bonnington
Around Bonnington, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Poulton Wood and Walnut Tree Inn, among other places. The nearest railway station is Ham Street station, roughly 3.6 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include William Harvey Hospital (3.8 miles north) and Lympne Castle (4.2 miles east). For a walk, there is Hatch Park.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.