Kent · London and the South East
Cheeseman's Green Roof Leak Investigation
Tracing where water is getting into your roof across Cheeseman's Green, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Condensation that looks like a leak
Signs you need a roof leak investigation in Cheeseman's Green
Slipped or missing slates and tiles let rain reach the underlay. Old bitumen felt may cope for a while, but it tears and sags with age, while some very old roofs have nothing under the coverings. Corroded nails, known as ‘nail fatigue’, are a frequent cause on slate roofs.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
For businesses in and around places such as Ashford Designer Outlet, a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Will the report include photos?
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
How a roof leak investigation works in Cheeseman's Green
Our job is to find the likely source and tell you. You get a written report with photos showing the likely entry point and the route the water is taking, plus recommendations on what needs attention. It gives any roofer a clear brief. We find and report the source, and the repair itself is a separate job. If you are worried about leaks at a dormer or roof window and damp underlay across a wide area, we can find out what’s behind it.
For a small place like Cheeseman's Green, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Cheeseman's Green (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take an hour or two on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere like Cheeseman's Green needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- You pick a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We agree a date, including weekends.
- The investigation works from the stain back to the roof.
- Where it’s useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- You get photos, the likely cause and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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Roof leak investigations in Cheeseman's Green: local notes
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. The wider area around Cheeseman's Green has a long history of building, with Godinton House about 4.3 miles north-west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
Take a building like Finberry Primary School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If you let a flat or house near Ashford International station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Cheeseman's Green is about 2 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. We visit Cheeseman's Green as part of our work across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Canterbury is in our area too.
Every address in TN25 is within our area for roof leak investigations. Other places close to Cheeseman's Green include Finberry (1 mile north), Park Farm (1 mile north-west), South Willesborough (1 mile north), Newtown (1 mile north-west) and Kingsnorth (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (14 miles north-east), Folkestone (12 miles east), Faversham (14 miles north), Hythe (8 miles east), Davington (14 miles north) and Preston (14 miles north).
Landmarks near Cheeseman's Green
In Cheeseman's Green, that means homes and buildings near John Wallis Academy and the streets around them. The closest station to Cheeseman's Green is Ashford International station, about 2.4 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Ashford Designer Outlet (1.9 miles north-west) and William Harvey Hospital (2.1 miles north). For a walk, there’s Hatch Park.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof upstands and outlets
The upturned edge of a flat roof covering keeps water out at walls. A low or cracked upstand is a common way in.
Valleys
Leaves and moss build up in valleys and hold water back. During a downpour, water can back up under the coverings.
What this survey can’t tell you
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- The repair itself (the investigation finds and reports the cause)
- A promise to find every leak on a single visit
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roof details
- Slate and tile slopes
- Rooflights and dormers
- Lead flashings
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
Why act early in Cheeseman's Green
If a leak has been ‘fixed’ before and has come back, the cause was probably missed. A careful investigation looks at every likely route, not just the obvious one. That is often what breaks the cycle. Outbuildings and barns around Cheeseman's Green are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Cheeseman's Green
- PI and public liability insurance
- 98% customer satisfaction
- An independent view of the roof
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Common questions in Cheeseman's Green
Is my home in Cheeseman's Green 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. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Cheeseman's Green within the area you cover?
Yes, Cheeseman's Green is covered. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Is it a leak or condensation?
The two can look alike. Widespread damp on the underside of the roof in cold weather, with blocked vents, suggests condensation. We check the pattern of damp and the ventilation, then say which is most likely.
Can you always find the source?
We cannot promise it. Some leaks hide well, especially those that need wind-driven rain. Where the source isn’t certain, we list the likely routes in order.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when booking.
What you can safely check yourself
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.