Kent · London and the South East
Roof Leak Investigation in Drellingore
We take a careful look at the leaking roof at your property in Drellingore, with photographs and a written report.
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
What this survey can’t tell you
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
- A promise to find every leak on a single visit
- The repair itself (the investigation finds and reports the cause)
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Drellingore
- Lead flashings
- Flat roof details
- The roof space
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Rooflights and dormers
- Slate and tile slopes
How a roof leak investigation works in Drellingore
On older houses, leaks often start at lead work and hidden gutters. Worn lead, tired valley linings and blocked parapet outlets are frequent causes. A central valley gutter on a butterfly roof often turns out to be the source. We check parapets, valleys and flashings from every safe viewpoint. Our report shows what we found, with photos. If you’re worried about staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall and leaks that appear only in driving rain, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Roofs in small places like Drellingore frequently stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Drellingore (CT18, CT15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Wind, rain and roofs in Drellingore
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Drellingore, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Landlords with a home close to Folkestone Central station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Michael, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Drellingore is about 2 miles east of Hawkinge, in Kent. We provide roof leak investigations for householders, landlords and businesses in Drellingore. Our area takes in places right across Kent, large and small. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in CT18 and CT15 is covered for roof leak investigations. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include South Alkham (1 mile north-east), Alkham (1 mile north-east), Satmar (1 mile south-east), Chalksole Green (1 mile north-east) and Capel-le-Ferne (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (15 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north-west), Dover (4 miles east), Folkestone (3 miles south-west), Deal (11 miles north-east) and Hythe (6 miles south-west).
What’s near Drellingore
Typical jobs here are in homes near Sladden Wood and the streets around them. The closest station to Drellingore is Folkestone Central station, about 3.1 miles south-west. Nearby you will also find Royal Victoria Hospital (2.9 miles south-west) and Folkestone Museum (3.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Sugar Loaf Hill and Dover Western Heights.
FAQs for Drellingore
Is Drellingore within the area you cover?
Yes, Drellingore 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.
Is the coastal weather around Drellingore hard on roofs?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Could my leak actually be 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.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
How long does the visit take?
On site, it typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Report times depend on the package.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
What you can safely check yourself
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
Different roofs, different checks
Parapet and box gutters
A butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter. Problems there frequently show in the rooms on the top floor.
Slate and tile slopes
A gap in the coverings exposes the underlay. Ageing felt eventually lets water through.
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Write down the wind direction and rain when it leaks
- Protect furniture and flooring under the leak
- Keep water away from lights and sockets
- Photograph the stain each time it appears
The report gives whoever carries out the work a clear starting point. The photos show the defects and where they are, so the repair is aimed at the cause.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Good airflow reduces condensation, and condensation is a common false alarm. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
Do you need a roof leak investigation in Drellingore?
Flat roofs fail with age and wear. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and splits, blisters and lifting laps let water in. Leaks often start at the edges, upstands and outlets.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
Homes near green spaces like Sladden Wood can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their report turnaround times
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether you get a written report with photos
How it works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes an hour or two, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. In a small place like Drellingore, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
- We check the likely entry points outside, such as flashings, valleys, chimneys and gutters.
- Where it helps, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- Your report sets out where the water is most likely getting in, with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
How to book
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.