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Roof leak investigation in Brompton, Medway
Roof leak investigations in Brompton from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
Honest limits
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- An intermittent leak that shows no trace on the day
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Rooflights and dormers
- Flat roof details
How a roof leak investigation works in Brompton
A leak that comes and goes can be the hardest to pin down. Driving rain from one direction, melting snow or a gutter that overflows in a downpour can all set it off. Notes on when it leaks, and what the weather was doing, help us, along with any photos you’ve taken. Even on a dry day, a leak typically leaves clues: stained timbers, tide marks and damp underlay. Moisture readings show where materials are still wet. We survey lead flashings, the roof space and flat roof details, and people most often book us about a leak that comes and goes with the weather and wet patches on loft insulation.
In a smaller place like Brompton, some roofs face open ground, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that’s a useful clue. Tell us when it happens when you contact us. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Brompton (ME4, ME7, ME2)
- Wider area
- Medway
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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Checking the roof from the ground
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can be seen safely, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Being in a smaller place like Brompton does not change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it’s safe. It’s useful to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- You pick a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Moisture detection and thermal imaging are used where your package includes them and they help.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or email us, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Roof leak investigations in Brompton: local notes
Brompton lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings. Older houses across Kent frequently have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
If you live near a park like Great Lines Heritage Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. For businesses in and around places such as Pentagon Shopping Centre, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Brompton is about 1 mile east of Rochester, in Medway. From houses to flats and shops in Brompton, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Across Medway, we cover Brompton. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Here we cover the ME4, ME7 and ME2 postcode area for roof leak investigations. You will find streets such as Dock Road, Globe Lane and South Road, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also carry out roof leak investigations in Chatham Waterfront (1 mile south-west), Rochester Riverside (1 mile west), Frindsbury (1 mile north-west), Luton (1 mile south) and Hale (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Rainham (4 miles south-east), Park Wood (4 miles south-east), Lordswood (4 miles south), Twydall (3 miles south-east), Hoo St Werburgh (3 miles north-east) and Wigmore (4 miles south-east).
What’s near Brompton
Around Brompton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near King George V Public House, Brompton Academy and Hospital and Medical Tuition Service and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include St Michael the Archangel Church (0.8 miles south-west), Great Lines Heritage Park (within half a mile south-east) and Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf (less than half a mile south-west). The nearest railway station is Chatham station, about 0.7 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Medway Maritime Hospital (0.8 miles south-east) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (within half a mile south-west). The countryside around Brompton includes Rede Common and Gad's Hill.
Signs you need a roof leak investigation in Brompton
Every flat roof covering has a working life. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and splits, blisters and lifting laps let water in. Leaks frequently start at the edges, upstands and outlets.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
The streets around a church like Brompton Garrison Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What experience they bring
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
Why act early in Brompton
Guesswork repairs are a common reason leaks keep coming back. The real way in may be a metre or more away. An investigation finds the likely cause first, so the repair is aimed at the right place. Arranging work in a smaller place like Brompton is easier with notice than in an emergency. A survey gives you that notice.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
What you get with us
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- 98% of clients satisfied
- An independent look at the roof
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
For landlords and managing agents
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or email us.
FAQs for Brompton
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Brompton, take more of a battering?
It can do. Brompton is within about 2 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Do you cover smaller places like Brompton?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Is thermal imaging part of a leak investigation?
Thermal imaging is used where it’s useful, and it’s included in our Premium Survey. It picks up temperature patterns rather than water, so anything it suggests is checked with moisture readings.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.