Kent · London and the South East
Ewell Minnis Roof Leak Investigation
An experienced roof surveyor for roof leak investigations in Ewell Minnis. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
- Stains around a skylight
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Check the loft is accessible
- Take dated photos of the leak
- Put a bucket under the drip and move valuables
- Write down the wind direction and rain when it leaks
If there are several possible sources, we list them in order of likelihood. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant, so you know what to deal with first.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, particularly in autumn. Blocked outlets on parapet and flat roofs cause many leaks. Leave the clearing to someone with the right equipment.
How a roof leak investigation works in Ewell Minnis
The aim is to find where the water is getting in and explain it. You get a report with photographs showing the likely entry point and the route the water is taking, and recommends what should be done. It gives any roofer a clear brief. We find and report the source, while the repair is a separate matter. We survey lead flashings, slate and tile slopes and flat roof details, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are water dripping from rafters or underlay and staining around the chimney inside.
Roofs in small places like Ewell Minnis often 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, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
After the visit, you get a report with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the leaking roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Ewell Minnis (CT15)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Ewell Minnis
What else we do in Ewell Minnis
What affects the cost of roof leak investigations
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Height and safe access
- How big the roof is
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
What to tell us when you contact us
There’s no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- When you need the report by
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Ewell Minnis
Landlords, agents and building managers in Ewell Minnis and across Kent can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Do you need a roof leak investigation in Ewell Minnis?
Flat roofs fail with age and wear. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and splits, blisters and lifting laps let water in. Leaks frequently start at the edges, upstands and outlets.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
If you live near a park like Sladden Wood, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
What to check before booking
- Their insurance cover
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What happens after the report arrives
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Ewell Minnis
Is Ewell Minnis within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Ewell Minnis is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report, and it does not include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
How do you tell a leak from condensation?
It’s a common question. A leak usually shows in one area and follows rain, while condensation is frequently spread out and worse in cold weather. We tell you which it is most likely to be.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report.
Roof by roof
Parapet and box gutters
A butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter. If that gutter or its outlet fails, water can come through the top-floor ceiling.
Flat roof upstands and outlets
Flat roof water can travel under the covering before it shows. Where conditions allow, moisture readings and thermal imaging help narrow it down.
Roof leak investigations in Ewell Minnis: local notes
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Ewell Minnis, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You will also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
If you own a rental within reach of Kearsney station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. Historic houses such as Acrise Place, about 4.1 miles west, show how far back building around Ewell Minnis goes. Leaks in period homes nearby often come from lead work and valleys that have been patched before.
Ewell Minnis is about 3 miles west of Dover, in Kent. We carry out roof leak investigations for householders, landlords and businesses in Ewell Minnis and nearby. Across Kent, we cover Ewell Minnis. Canterbury is in our area too.
Roof leak investigations in CT15 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a roof leak investigation at a property on Belsey Lane and Green Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out roof leak investigations in Chalksole Green (1 mile west), Wolverton (1 mile south-east), Alkham (1 mile south), South Alkham (1 mile south-west) and Lydden (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (11 miles north-west), Dover (3 miles east), Folkestone (5 miles south-west), Deal (9 miles north-east), Hythe (8 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (3 miles east).
Landmarks near Ewell Minnis
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Sladden Wood, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Kearsney station, about 1.9 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Buckland Hospital (3 miles east) and Crabble Corn Mill (2.4 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Sugar Loaf Hill and Dover Western Heights.
The survey, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect about 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Somewhere as small as Ewell Minnis, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.