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Mersham Roof Leak Investigation
Find out what’s going on with the leaking roof before you decide what to do next. Roof leak investigations in Mersham, with photos and a clear written report.
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
Roof leak investigation in Mersham: what you get
On older houses, leaks frequently start at lead work and hidden gutters. Worn lead, tired valley linings and blocked parapet outlets are frequent causes. If your home has a butterfly roof, the central valley gutter is a common culprit in heavy rain. We check parapets, valleys and flashings from every safe vantage point. The findings are recorded with photos. Common reasons to book are damp patches next to the stack and drips in the loft during heavy rain, across flat roof details, valleys and parapet gutters and lead flashings.
Many homes in small places like Mersham face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. 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.
Where we cannot see part of the leaking roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Mersham (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the leaking roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. In a hamlet or village like Mersham, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You get in touch with details of the leak and any photos.
- Inside, we check the damp area and the roof space above it.
- We check the likely entry points outside, like flashings, valleys, chimneys and gutters.
- Where it helps, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- We email a report with photos, the likely entry point and recommendations.
Before the survey
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Book a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
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Can I check my roof myself?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Damp on a chimney breast inside frequently starts at the top of the stack. Unused flues with open pots can let rain straight in.
Parapet and box gutters
We check the linings, joints and outlets where we can see them safely, and look for signs of past overflowing.
What this survey can’t tell you
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Water from pipes, tanks or heating systems
- A promise to find every leak on a single visit
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Mersham
- The roof space
- Slate and tile slopes
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roof details
- Lead flashings
- Rooflights and dormers
- Chimney stacks
Questions from Mersham
How do I find out if my home in Mersham is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Mersham within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Will I get photos?
Yes, every report has them. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible.
What will the report tell me?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.
Could my leak actually be condensation?
Many apparent leaks turn out to be condensation. Leaks tend to follow wet weather and show in one place, while condensation is frequently spread out and worse in cold weather. The report explains which it looks like and what to do.
Is thermal imaging part of a leak investigation?
Thermal imaging is used where it’s useful, and it’s included in our Premium Survey. It shows temperature differences, not water itself, so we confirm its findings with moisture readings.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Keep water away from lights and sockets
- Catch drips in a bucket and protect the floor
- Take dated photos of the leak
- Mention earlier attempts to fix the leak
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, while Premium includes one in person. It’s a chance to ask about anything in the report.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Air movement keeps condensation down, and condensation is a common false alarm. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
How we price roof leak investigations
We confirm the price for the job before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How big the roof is
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Booking your survey
There’s no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
To get a price for roof leak investigations in Mersham, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
Nearby places to Mersham
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Mersham roofs and the weather
Handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles hung on pegs through two holes, are typical of older Kent buildings. Oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of the county’s older buildings too. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. About 4.7 miles east lies Westenhanger Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Mersham has been built on. 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.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Ashford Designer Outlet, a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters. If you let a flat or house near Ashford International station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. Living close to Poulton Wood is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Mersham is about 3 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. Surveys in Mersham work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Across Kent, we cover Mersham and the places around it. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in TN25 is within our area for roof leak investigations. Whether your property is on Church Road, The Street and Church Close or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Mersham include Sevington (1 mile north-west), South Stour (1 mile south-west), Ridgeway (1 mile east), Hinxhill Park (2 miles north) and Smeeth (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (3 miles north-west), Canterbury (13 miles north-east), Folkestone (11 miles east), Faversham (14 miles north), Hythe (7 miles south-east) and Davington (14 miles north).
Landmarks near Mersham
Around Mersham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Farriers Arms and Poulton Wood. Mersham’s nearest station is Ashford International station, about 2.9 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Ashford Designer Outlet (2.6 miles north-west) and William Harvey Hospital (1.7 miles north-west). Not far away are Hatch Park.