Kent · London and the South East
Congelow Roof Leak Investigation
An experienced roof surveyor for roof leak investigations in Congelow. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Staining around the chimney inside
What you can safely check yourself
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Congelow
Some ‘leaks’ are not leaks at all. In a badly ventilated roof space, condensation can form under the roof and drip, and the stains look much like a leak. Knowing which it is means the right fix can be done, since the cure for one will not solve the other. We check the pattern of damp, the weather and the ventilation before reaching a view. If you’re worried about drips in the loft during heavy rain and damp on a chimney breast, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
For a small place like Congelow, 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. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Congelow (ME18)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
A leak rarely stays small. Wet timbers start to decay, plaster softens and insulation stops working. Finding the source early keeps the damage down. For older village homes like those around Congelow, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why book us in Congelow
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 20+ years’ experience
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- 98% of customers satisfied
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate and tile slopes
Cracked mortar lets ridge and hip tiles move. Rain can then run in at the ridge.
Chimney stacks
Chimneys let water in through pointing, flaunching, flashings and open pots. We check each one as far as we can safely see.
How it works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Older rural homes like those around Congelow can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We help you choose the package that suits the leak.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Where it’s useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Tell us about parking before the day
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Leaks from plumbing, tanks or pipework rather than the roof
- What’s under the covering or behind the plaster
- Whether rotten timbers meet design loads
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Flat roof details
- Rooflights and dormers
- Slate and tile slopes
Places near Congelow
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Congelow questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Congelow?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Congelow?
Yes. Congelow is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding alongside our recommendations.
What insurance do you have?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
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. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, let us know as you book.
What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The size of the roof
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
There are 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 we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Congelow
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Peter's and St Paul's Church, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. Landlords with a home close to Yalding station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Congelow is about 5 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. In Congelow, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our Kent coverage includes Congelow.
All of ME18 is covered for roof leak investigations. If you’re just outside Congelow, we cover Benover (1 mile south-east), Yalding (1 mile north), Laddingford (1 mile south-west), Hunton (1 mile east) and Nettlestead Green (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (5 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (11 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (9 miles south-west), Gravesend (15 miles north), Tonbridge (7 miles west) and Northfleet (15 miles north).
Landmarks near Congelow
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Bull Public House, among other places. Congelow’s nearest station is Yalding station, roughly 1 mile north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Teapot Island (0.6 miles north-west) and Oakwood Hospital (4.3 miles north-east).