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Roof leak investigation in Comp, Kent
We take a careful look at the leaking roof at your property in Comp, with photos and a written report.
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Comp
Flat roofs leak in their own ways. Common causes are splits and blisters, tired upstands and outlets that do not drain. Standing water puts extra pressure on every weak point. We look at the roof surface and the ceiling below. Leaks under flat extension, garage and dormer roofs are common. An ageing felt roof is a frequent culprit. Common reasons to book are leaks at a dormer or roof window and drips from nail tips in a cold loft, on the roof space, flat roof details and valleys and parapet gutters.
For a small place like Comp, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Place
- Comp (TN15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. A few suggestions:
- Let us know if there are tanks or pipes in the loft
- Have an electrician check any wet fittings
- Take dated photos of the leak
- Do not climb onto the roof to look
Where we find more than one possible route, we say which is most likely and why. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant, so you know what to deal with first.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Air movement keeps condensation down, and condensation is a common false alarm. Make sure insulation doesn’t block airflow at the eaves.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Prices for roof leak investigations in Comp
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How the survey works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about one to two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. In a hamlet or village like Comp, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with what you’ve seen: where the stain is and when it gets worse.
- The visit starts indoors, at the stain and in the loft.
- Outside, we check every likely route in.
- Moisture readings and thermal imaging are used where they help.
- You receive a written report with photos showing the likely source and what needs attention.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Related advice
Comp roofs and the weather
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. 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. Old Soar Manor, about 1.7 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Comp. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Platt Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Comp is about 3 miles west of Kings Hill, in Kent. Comp gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof leak investigations: TN15. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Platt (1 mile north-west), Wrotham Heath (1 mile north-east), Crouch (1 mile south-west), Claygate Cross (1 mile south-west) and Borough Green (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (8 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (7 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles south), Gravesend (10 miles north) and Tonbridge (7 miles south-west).
Near you in Comp
Around Comp, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Blue Anchor pub and Wrotham School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, roughly 1.5 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Ightham Court (2.3 miles west) and Beechin Wood Archery Museum (under half a mile west).
Signs you need a roof leak investigation in Comp
Blocked gutters can look like a roof leak. Hidden gutters behind parapets cause the most trouble, since a blocked outlet sends water over the lining and into the building.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Staining around the chimney inside
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Condensation that looks like a leak
If you let a flat or house near Borough Green & Wrotham station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Questions to ask before booking
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Are they insured for the work?
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Is VAT included in the price?
Questions from Comp
Do you cover Comp?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Comp as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Comp?
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.
How long does a roof leak investigation take?
On site, it normally takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Report times depend on the package.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photographs and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
Can you trace a leak in dry weather?
Normally, yes. Damp materials can be found without rain. For leaks that only happen in certain storms, we report the most likely routes.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
What’s in the survey report?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put by urgency where it matters.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Comp
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Comp and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.