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Roof Leak Investigation in Chartham Hatch
Tracing where water is getting into your roof in Chartham Hatch, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
Roof leak investigation in Chartham Hatch
Some ‘leaks’ are not leaks at all. In a badly ventilated roof space, condensation can form under the roof and drip, leaving marks that look just like rainwater. Telling the two apart matters, because they need very different work. The pattern of the damp, the ventilation and the timing all help us decide. Common reasons to book are leaks below a flat extension roof and condensation that looks like a leak, on the roof space, slate and tile slopes and rooflights and dormers.
For a small place like Chartham Hatch, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
The report records the leaking roof as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Chartham Hatch (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Around Chartham Hatch, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you’ve seen: where the stain is and when it gets worse.
- We check the stain, the ceiling and the loft above it.
- Likely entry points outside are looked at, from flashings and valleys to gutters and outlets.
- We use moisture detection, and thermal imaging where it is useful.
- Your report sets out where the water is most likely getting in, with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Places near Chartham Hatch
Other services in Chartham Hatch
Different roofs, different checks
Valleys
Valleys collect water from two roof slopes. Worn or split linings and slipped valley tiles let it under the coverings.
Slate and tile slopes
Ridge and hip tiles can loosen as their mortar cracks. Water then gets in along the top of the roof.
Wind, rain and roofs in Chartham Hatch
If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. Trees in and around No Man's Orchard shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Chartham Hatch is about 3 miles west of Canterbury, in Kent. We carry out roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Chartham Hatch. Chartham Hatch is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for roof leak investigations.
All of CT4 is covered for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets like Town Lane, Nightingale Close and Bigbury Road. Nearby, we also carry out roof leak investigations in Chartham (1 mile south), Upper Harbledown (1 mile north-east), Shalmsford Street (1 mile south), Mystole (2 miles south) and Thanington (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Ashford (11 miles south-west), Canterbury (3 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles west), Folkestone (14 miles south-east) and Whitstable (6 miles north).
What’s near Chartham Hatch
In Chartham Hatch, that means homes and buildings near Royal Oak Public House and No Man's Orchard, among other places. The nearest railway station is Chartham station, roughly 1 mile south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Rupert Bear Museum (2.8 miles east) and Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (2.9 miles east). For a walk, there’s Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
Do you need a roof leak investigation in Chartham Hatch?
Some water in the loft isn’t rain at all. Moist air from bathrooms and kitchens condenses on the cold underside of the roof, particularly in lofts with blocked eaves. Wet nail tips and damp underlay over a wide area are classic signs.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Stains around a skylight
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as The Canterbury Academy, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Questions to ask before booking
- Will the report include photos?
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Their report turnaround times
- Are they insured for the work?
Useful tips for Chartham Hatch property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look
- Note the weather when the leak shows
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Put a bucket under the drip and move valuables
Once the work is done, hold on to the report. If the leak returns, it is a useful record of what was found.
Keep the roof space ventilated. Air movement keeps condensation down, and condensation is a common false alarm. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
Questions from Chartham Hatch
Is my home in Chartham Hatch 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’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Chartham Hatch?
Yes, Chartham Hatch is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
Is there anything I need to do ahead of the visit?
Keep a note of when it leaks. Clear access to the loft. Keep away from any light or socket that water is reaching.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
When does the report arrive?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Chartham Hatch
A leak near lights or wiring needs attention quickly. If water is reaching a light fitting or switch, keep clear of it and have an electrician check it. Then the source needs tracing. For an older or listed building in a place like Chartham Hatch, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
For a price for your roof in Chartham Hatch, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Chartham Hatch
- An independent view of the roof
- 20+ years’ experience
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
Prices for roof leak investigations in Chartham Hatch
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The property’s address and postcode
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What kind of property and roof it is
To get a price for roof leak investigations in Chartham Hatch, call 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.