Kent · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Fosten Green, Kent
Tracing where water is getting into your roof in Fosten Green, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
Fosten Green roofs and the weather
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. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. 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.
For landlords with property near Headcorn station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Fosten Green is about 11 miles west of Ashford, in Kent. Whether the building in Fosten Green is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
Every address in TN27 is covered for roof leak investigations. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Clapper Hill (1 mile east), East End (1 mile south), Parkgate (2 miles south-east), London Beach (3 miles east) and Strood (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (12 miles north), Ashford (11 miles east), Kings Hill (15 miles north-west), Foley Park (13 miles north), Paddock Wood (11 miles north-west) and Tenterden (4 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Fosten Green
The closest station to Fosten Green is Headcorn station, about 4.6 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Mervyn Quinlan Museum (0.9 miles south) and Sissinghurst Castle (2.1 miles north-west).
Roof leak investigation in Fosten Green
Some leaks only appear in certain weather. Driving rain from one direction, melting snow or a gutter that overflows in a downpour can all set it off. Telling us when it happens helps a lot and so do photos. We look for the clues it leaves behind, such as tide marks, stained timbers and damp underlay. Moisture detection shows which materials are still damp. If you’re worried about damp patches next to the stack and damp ceilings under a flat roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on lead flashings, chimney stacks and slate and tile slopes alike.
Being in a small place like Fosten Green makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Fosten Green (TN27)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit usually takes between one and two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. In a small place like Fosten Green, 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.
- You tell us where the water appears, when, and what the weather was doing.
- Inside, we check the stain and the ceiling around it.
- From the loft space, we trace the water’s route where there’s safe access.
- Outside, we check flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details from every safe viewpoint.
- You receive a report with the likely source, photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Leave a clear route to the loft
How to book
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
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Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Protect furniture and flooring under the leak
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Don’t touch fittings that water is reaching
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes one in person. You can ask us about anything that isn’t clear.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles and debris on the ground are signs to act on. Small faults dealt with quickly rarely become leaks.
Common questions in Fosten Green
Do you carry out roof surveys in Fosten Green?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Fosten Green is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
Will you come out to Fosten Green?
Yes. Fosten Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Can every leak be traced?
Not every leak can be pinned down in a single visit. Most leave clues we can follow, but some only appear in certain weather. We report what we found and the likeliest sources.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, which makes the report easy to follow.
Could my leak actually be condensation?
It is a common question. Leaks tend to follow wet weather and show in one place, while condensation is frequently spread out and worse in cold weather. We tell you which it is most likely to be.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
A little information up front helps. It is useful to include:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Damp loft insulation loses much of its value. A slow leak can soak it for months before a stain appears. The sooner the cause is found, the less needs replacing. Older cottages and farmhouses around Fosten Green can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What you get with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 20+ years’ experience
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Places near Fosten Green
Other services in Fosten Green
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
A leak at a flashing frequently shows some way from the joint. We check every flashing that could feed the stain.
Slate and tile slopes
On slate roofs, corroded nails let slates slip. Even a single gap can let water in.
When to book a survey in Fosten Green
When a slate slips or a tile cracks, the underlay takes the water. Ageing felt underlay eventually tears and lets water through, while some very old roofs have nothing under the coverings. Corroded nails, known as ‘nail fatigue’, are a frequent cause on slate roofs.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Stains around a skylight
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
Take an older house close to St Margaret's Church: the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
What to check before booking
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their insurance cover
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof