Kent · London and the South East
Marden Roof Leak Investigation
Roof leak investigations across Marden, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Condensation that looks like a leak
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Marden
We investigate roof leaks in Marden and across London and South East England. We visit on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. We look inside and out, at flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details. You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations. If water is coming in now, catch it in a bucket and keep it away from lights and sockets, and then call 07833 053749 or use the contact form to arrange a visit. We survey valleys and parapet gutters, rooflights and dormers and lead flashings, and the problems we are asked to look at most are a leak that comes and goes with the weather and damp patches next to the stack.
Houses in smaller places like Marden can stand more in the open, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that is a useful clue. Tell us when it happens when you get in touch. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the leaking roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Marden (TN12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of roof leak investigations
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How big the roof is
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both inc. VAT. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- What made you get in touch
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
For a price for roof leak investigations in Marden, ring 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Roof by roof
Parapet and box gutters
Hidden gutters run behind parapets or between roofs. A blocked outlet sends water over the lining and into the building.
Flat roof upstands and outlets
The upturned edge of a flat roof covering keeps water out at walls. If it is too low, cracked or poorly dressed, water gets behind it.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Marden
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the leaking roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Marden questions
How do I find out if my home in Marden is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover smaller places like Marden?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Is the repair included in the leak investigation?
A leak investigation finds and reports the likely source. The repair itself is a separate job. You get a report with photos showing where the water is getting in and what needs attention, which whoever carries out the work can follow.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
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.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What a roof leak investigation doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- The repair itself (the investigation finds and reports the cause)
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Marden
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- The roof space
- Flat roof details
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Rooflights and dormers
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Marden
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. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
If you own a rental within reach of Marden station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If you look after a building such as Marden Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. The streets around a church such as St Michael and All Angels Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Marden is about 7 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Marden, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across Kent. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Surveys in TN12 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on High Street, The Old Market and Rookery Court and the roads around them. Other places close to Marden include Marden Beech (1 mile south-west), Claygate (2 miles west), Pearson's Green (3 miles west), Brandfold (3 miles south-west) and Capel Cross (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (7 miles north), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles west), Tonbridge (9 miles west), Kings Hill (8 miles north-west) and Foley Park (8 miles north).
Near you in Marden
There’s a railway station in Marden itself: Marden station. A little further out are South East Romany Museum (0.9 miles east).
What happens on the day
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes an hour or two for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. For a survey in Marden, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- You get in touch with details of the leak and any photos.
- The visit starts indoors, at the stain and in the loft.
- We check the likely entry points outside, such as flashings, valleys, chimneys and gutters.
- Moisture readings and thermal imaging are used where they help.
- Your report sets out where the water is most likely getting in, with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Booking a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.