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Roof leak investigation in Grafty Green, Kent
Get a clear view of the leaking roof at a property in Grafty Green from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Damp on a chimney breast
Roof leak investigation in Grafty Green: what you get
Older homes have more places for water to get in. Lead flashings crack or lift, valley linings wear and parapet gutters overflow when outlets block. If your home has a butterfly roof, the central valley gutter is a common culprit. Parapet walls and their gutters are looked at from wherever it’s safe. Our report shows what we found, with photos. If you are worried about stains around a skylight and brown rings on upstairs ceilings, we can find out what’s behind it.
Roofs in small places like Grafty Green often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Grafty Green (ME17)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Carrying out the fix
- An intermittent leak that shows no trace on the day
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Rooflights and dormers
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Flat roof details
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Lead flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
Towns and villages near Grafty Green
What else we do in Grafty Green
Landlords, agents and block managers in Grafty Green
Letting agents and landlords in Grafty Green book surveys as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the leaking roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Grafty Green
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. With Leeds Castle about 3.5 miles north-west, Grafty Green sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For landlords with property near Lenham station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Take an older house close to Church of St Nicholas: leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. Living close to Kiln Wood is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Grafty Green is about 8 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Roofs in Grafty Green get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Kent. Our area takes in places right across Kent. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Roof leak investigations in ME17 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Church Road, Woodcock Lane and Headcorn Road, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Liverton Street (1 mile north), Boughton Malherbe (1 mile north-east), Broadstone (1 mile south-west), Eastwood (1 mile west) and Platt's Heath (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (8 miles north-west), Ashford (9 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north), Faversham (12 miles north-east), Minster (15 miles north) and Kings Hill (13 miles west).
Near you in Grafty Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near Kiln Wood, The Kings Head Public House and The Lenham School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Lenham station, about 2.1 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include The Dog Collar Museum (3.4 miles north-west) and Coldbridge Castle (1 mile south-east).
What a survey costs
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The size of the roof
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
For a price for roof leak investigations in Grafty Green, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
The survey, 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. All in, the survey normally takes between one and two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Rural addresses near Grafty Green can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You pick a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We agree a date, including weekends.
- The investigation works from the stain back to the roof.
- Moisture detection and thermal imaging are used where your package includes them and they help.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
Preparing for the visit
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Keep pets in another room
How to book
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or email us, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
Grafty Green: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Grafty Green is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Grafty Green?
Yes, Grafty Green is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Grafty Green as anywhere else.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
What’s in the survey report?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photographs. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
Will you fix the leak as part of this?
This service finds and reports the cause, and the repair is separate. The report gives any roofer a clear brief.
Is there anything I need to do before the visit?
Check the loft can be reached. Have any photos of the leak ready, plus details of past repairs. Keep catching drips and keep water away from electrics.
Can you trace a leak in dry weather?
Typically, yes. Moisture detection shows where materials are damp even on a dry day. For leaks that only happen in certain storms, we report the most likely routes.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Wet insulation does not insulate well. A slow leak can soak it for months before a stain appears. The sooner the cause is found, the less needs replacing. For older village homes like those around Grafty Green, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in Grafty Green
- Photos and a written report every time
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Package prices that include VAT
- Visits on any day of the week
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.