Kent · London and the South East
Fairbourne Heath Roof Leak Investigation
Tracing where water is getting into your roof in Fairbourne Heath. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
Roof leak investigation in Fairbourne Heath
Our roof leak investigations cover Fairbourne Heath and the wider South East. Surveys are carried out on weekdays and at weekends. We look inside and out, at flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details. The findings come in a written report with photos. If water is coming in now, catch it in a bucket and keep it away from lights and sockets, then call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We survey the roof space, slate and tile slopes and lead flashings, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are stains around a skylight and wet patches high on an inside wall.
In a village or hamlet like Fairbourne Heath, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. We check everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the leaking roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Fairbourne Heath (ME17)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a roof leak investigation in Fairbourne Heath?
Flashings are one of the commonest sources of roof leaks. Where a roof meets a chimney, a wall or a dormer, lead or mortar seals the joint. Once that seal cracks or lifts, water gets behind it.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
If you own a rental within reach of Harrietsham station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
What to check before booking
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Their track record with similar roofs
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Fairbourne Heath: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Fairbourne Heath?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is 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.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Fairbourne Heath?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Fairbourne Heath is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
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.
How should I prepare for the leak investigation?
Check the loft can be reached. Have any photos of the leak ready, and let us know about past repairs. In the meantime, catch the water and keep it clear of lights and sockets.
Is the repair included in the leak investigation?
The investigation is about finding the cause. The repair is not part of it. The report shows where the water gets in and what should be done, which whoever carries out the work can follow.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs such as sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
Can thermal imaging help find my roof leak?
It can, when the conditions are right. The best results come after a sunny day, on a dry roof with little wind. Damp areas can hold heat differently from dry ones. We always check what it shows with moisture readings.
Checking the roof from ground level
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
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.
What this survey cannot tell you
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Leaks that only appear in weather we cannot recreate
- Leaks from plumbing, tanks or pipework rather than the roof
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- The roof space
- Rooflights and dormers
- Flat roof details
What affects the cost of roof leak investigations
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The address and postcode of the property
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Also near Fairbourne Heath
Other services in Fairbourne Heath
How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys
A valley leak can appear well away from the valley inside. From inside the loft space, we follow the water’s route back.
Parapet and box gutters
Parapet and box gutters sit behind walls or inside the roof. When their outlets block, water rises over the lining and runs indoors.
Leaks and storm damage in Fairbourne Heath
The wider area around Fairbourne Heath has a long history of building, with Leeds Castle about 2.3 miles north-west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. 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. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near All Saints Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Platts Heath Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Fairbourne Heath is about 7 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. We visit Fairbourne Heath as part of our work across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Fairbourne Heath is one of the places in Kent where we work. There is also a page for Maidstone.
All of ME17 is within our area for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Lenham Road and Windmill Hill and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Fairbourne Heath, we cover Liverton Street (1 mile east), Ulcombe (1 mile south-west), Platt's Heath (1 mile east), Pollhill (1 mile north) and Grafty Green (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (7 miles north-west), Ashford (11 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north), Faversham (12 miles north-east), Minster (15 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (12 miles west).
What’s near Fairbourne Heath
We work in homes and buildings around The Lenham School and Kiln Wood. For rail, the closest station is Harrietsham station, roughly 1.6 miles north of the centre. Nearby you will also find Coldbridge Castle (2.2 miles south-east) and The Dog Collar Museum (2.2 miles north-west).
How the survey works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Somewhere like Fairbourne Heath needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. 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.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Where it is useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.