Kent · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Broad Street, Kent
Roof leak investigations in Broad Street and the rest of Kent. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Wet patches on loft insulation
How a roof leak investigation works in Broad Street
Leaks tend to begin where one part of a roof meets another. Common entry points include chimney and wall flashings, valleys, parapet and box gutters, and the upstands and outlets on flat roofs. We check each likely route and we follow where the evidence leads. Chimneys, dormers and roof lights each add joints of their own. We check all of them, from each safe vantage point. We’re frequently asked to look into condensation that looks like a leak and leaks that appear only in driving rain, across slate and tile slopes, chimney stacks and valleys and parapet gutters.
In a village or hamlet like Broad Street, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. We check what can safely be seen and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
After the visit, you get a report with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the leaking roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Broad Street (ME17)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Broad Street roofs and the weather
The wider area around Broad Street has a long history of building, with Leeds Castle about 2.3 miles south. 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 often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Homes near green spaces like White Horse Wood can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. For landlords with property near Hollingbourne station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Broad Street is about 4 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. Whether the building in Broad Street is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Broad Street is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof leak investigations: ME17. You will find streets like Broad Street Hill and Pilgrims Way, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Hucking (1 mile north-east), Hollingbourne (1 mile south-east), Eyhorne Street (1 mile south), Ashbank (2 miles south) and Bicknor (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (4 miles west), Ashford (14 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (6 miles north-east), Gravesend (15 miles north-west), Faversham (12 miles east) and Minster (12 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Broad Street
In Broad Street, that means homes and buildings near Hook and Hatchet pub and White Horse Wood and the streets around them. Broad Street’s nearest station is Hollingbourne station, about 1.1 miles south. Nearby you will also find Leeds Castle (2.3 miles south) and KIMS hospital (2.9 miles west). Not far away are Detling Hill.
How the survey works
The visit has one job: to see as much of the leaking roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Rural addresses near Broad Street can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- Inside, we look at the stain and the ceiling around it.
- In the loft, we follow any signs of water back towards the roof.
- We inspect the likely entry points outside, from the ground, windows and the roof where safe.
- You receive a report with the likely source, photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Broad Street questions
Is my home in Broad Street listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover smaller places like Broad Street?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, and it’s agreed before booking.
How should I prepare for the leak investigation?
Note when the leak appears and what the weather was doing. Move stored items away from the loft hatch. Keep away from any light or socket that water is reaching.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
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How we price roof leak investigations
To price your survey, we check:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The size of the roof
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What to let us know when you contact us
There is no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The kind of building and roof involved
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Have an electrician check any wet fittings
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Mention any plumbing above the damp area
- Check the loft is accessible
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. The photos show the defects and where they are, rather than at the stain.
Check the loft after heavy rain, with care and a good torch. Watch for water marks, wet underlay and damp wood. Photograph anything new.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaks tend to get worse, not better. Each storm can open a gap a little more. Tracing it now lets you plan the work rather than react to it. Older and listed buildings around Broad Street may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What you get with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Broad Street
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the leaking roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.