Kent · London and the South East
Ickham Roof Leak Investigation
Get a clear view of the leaking roof at a property in Ickham. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Water that shows only in certain storms
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Ickham
Water is good at hiding where it gets in. It can run along a rafter, a batten or the underlay before it drips, so a ceiling stain is rarely directly below the cause. Our leak investigation traces it back. A repair aimed only at the stain can miss the cause entirely. Tracing the route first means any work can be aimed at the right place. We survey the roof space, lead flashings and flat roof details, and common reasons people get in touch are damp walls below an overflowing gutter and ceiling stains that grow after rain.
Roofs in small places like Ickham frequently stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Location
- Ickham (CT3)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from the ground
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 frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
How it works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a hamlet or village like Ickham, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with what you’ve seen: where the stain is and when it gets worse.
- The visit starts indoors, at the stain and in the loft.
- Likely entry points outside are checked, from flashings and valleys to gutters and outlets.
- Where it helps, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- We email a report with photos, the likely entry point and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Common roof problems in Ickham
Condensation is frequently mistaken for a leak. Warm, moist air from the house rises into a cold roof space and condenses, particularly where ventilation is poor. Drips from nails and damp underlay are typical signs.
Common reasons to book include:
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
If you own a rental within reach of Bekesbourne station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
What to check before booking
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Ickham
Do you cover Ickham?
Yes, Ickham is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Is my home in Ickham listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or email us.
What happens after the survey?
You receive the written report by email, with photos and recommendations. It is yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
Can you trace a leak in dry weather?
In many cases, yes. Stains, tide marks, damp timbers and moisture readings normally point the way. Intermittent leaks can be harder, so photos and notes from when it leaks help a lot.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
Roof leak investigations around Ickham
Goodnestone Park, about 3 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ickham. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Take a building like Wickhambreaux Church of England Primary School: 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 such as Church of St John are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Ickham is about 4 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. We carry out roof leak investigations for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Ickham and nearby. Ickham is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work.
Surveys in CT3 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer roof leak investigations to properties on The Street, School Lane and Baye Lane and the roads around them. If you are just outside Ickham, we cover Wickhambreaux (1 mile north), Seaton (1 mile north-east), Littlebourne (1 mile west), Bramling (1 mile south-east) and Bekesbourne (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (4 miles west), Margate (11 miles north-east), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (13 miles south), Ramsgate (11 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (12 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Ickham
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Rose Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Bekesbourne station, roughly 2.3 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Canterbury Castle (4.7 miles west) and St Martins Hospital (3.3 miles west).
Honest limits
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:
- Carrying out the fix
- A promise to find every leak on a single visit
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Ickham
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Rooflights and dormers
- Flat roof details
Nearby places to Ickham
What else we do in Ickham
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Chimneys let water in through pointing, flaunching, flashings and open pots. We check each one as far as we can safely see.
Flat roof upstands and outlets
The upturned edge of a flat roof covering keeps water out at walls. A low or cracked upstand is a common way in.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Ickham
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.