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Roof leak investigation in Hunton, Kent
Independent roof leak investigations in Hunton. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Damp on a chimney breast
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
Leave it or get it looked at?
Guesswork repairs are a common reason leaks keep coming back. Because water travels, the real entry point may be somewhere else. An investigation finds the likely cause first, so the repair is aimed at the right place. In a small place like Hunton, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- A photo-illustrated written report
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
How a roof leak investigation works in Hunton
Our job is to find the likely source and tell you. The report shows, with photos, where we believe the water gets in and how it travels, and recommends what should be done. Whoever does the work then has a clear starting point. We find and report the source, and the repair itself is a separate job. If you’ve noticed a leak that comes and goes with the weather and damp walls below an overflowing gutter, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on the roof space, flat roof details and slate and tile slopes alike.
Somewhere as small as Hunton, older roofs have often been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Place
- Hunton (ME15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Hunton
A gutter that overflows can soak a wall and mark the ceiling inside. Parapet and box gutters are the worst for this, because when they block, water backs up and runs inside.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
Trees in and around Quarry Wood shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Their insurance cover
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
How we price roof leak investigations
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How big the roof is
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The shape of the roof and its details
All our prices include VAT. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Where the property is, with the postcode
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Wind, rain and roofs in Hunton
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. 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. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Anyone responsible for a site like Hunton Church of England Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. The streets around a church like St Mary's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Hunton is about 4 miles south-west of Maidstone, in Kent. In Hunton, as across Kent, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across Kent, large and small.
Roof leak investigations in ME15 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on West Street, Bensted Close and Bishop's Lane and the roads around them. We also cover Benover (1 mile west), Yalding (1 mile north-west), Congelow (1 mile west), Chainhurst (1 mile south-east) and Laddingford (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (4 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (13 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (15 miles north) and Tonbridge (8 miles west).
Near you in Hunton
In Hunton, that means homes and buildings near Quarry Wood, among other places. The closest station to Hunton is Yalding station, roughly 2.1 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Teapot Island (1.8 miles west) and Oakwood Hospital (3.7 miles north).
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Mention earlier attempts to fix the leak
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Have an electrician check any wet fittings
- Write down the wind direction and rain when it leaks
The report gives whoever carries out the work a clear starting point. They’ll see exactly where the problem is, so the repair is aimed at the cause.
After a downpour, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for water marks, wet underlay and damp wood. Photograph anything new.
Questions from Hunton
Is Hunton in the area you cover?
Yes, Hunton is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover smaller places like Hunton?
Yes, Hunton is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How much is a survey?
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
When does the report arrive?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. All of them come by email.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Can thermal imaging help find my roof leak?
Thermal imaging is used where it is useful, and it is included in our Premium Survey. It picks up temperature patterns rather than water, so anything it suggests is checked with moisture readings.
What does the report include?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, finishing with recommendations. The most urgent items are made clear.
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What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Older roofs in small places like Hunton can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- You pick a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We agree a date, including weekends.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Moisture detection and thermal imaging are used where your package includes them and they help.
- You get photos, the likely cause and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Note where any stains or damp appear
How to book
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.