Kent · London and the South East
Milebush Roof Leak Investigation
An experienced roof surveyor for roof leak investigations in Milebush. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
- Damp on a chimney breast
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Milebush
On older houses, leaks frequently start at lead work and hidden gutters. Worn lead, tired valley linings and blocked parapet outlets are frequent causes. A central valley gutter on a butterfly roof often turns out to be the source in heavy rain. We check parapets, valleys and flashings from every safe vantage point. The findings are recorded with photos. We survey lead flashings, the roof space and valleys and parapet gutters, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are leaks below a flat extension roof and leaks that appear only in driving rain.
For a small place like Milebush, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Milebush (TN12)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Whether rotten timbers meet design loads
- Leaks that only appear in weather we cannot recreate
- Water from pipes, tanks or heating systems
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Slate and tile slopes
- Rooflights and dormers
- Flat roof details
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Put a bucket under the drip and move valuables
- Photograph the stain each time it appears
- Clear the loft hatch so we can get in
- Let us know what has already been tried
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, and Premium includes an in-person consultation. You can ask us about anything that is not clear.
Keep the loft space ventilated. Good airflow reduces condensation, and condensation is a common false alarm. Check insulation does not block airflow at the eaves.
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Milebush
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your 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, so check with the council. 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.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Michael and All Angels Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. If you own a rental within reach of Marden station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Milebush is about 6 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. We carry out roof leak investigations in Milebush for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Across Kent, we cover Milebush and the places around it. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Roof leak investigations in TN12 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Maidstone Road and Milebush Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include St Ann's Green (1 mile east), Underling Green (1 mile north-east), Wanshurst Green (1 mile south-east), Cross-at-Hand (2 miles east) and Marden Thorn (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (6 miles north), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles west), Tonbridge (10 miles west) and Kings Hill (7 miles north-west).
Around Milebush
The closest station to Milebush is Marden station, about 1.1 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Sutton Valence Castle (4.2 miles north-east) and Oakwood Hospital (5.7 miles north).
How it works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes between one and two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Older roofs in small places like Milebush can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We help you choose the package that suits the leak.
- 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.
- You get photos, the likely cause and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
When you’re 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.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Damp on a chimney breast inside often starts at the top of the stack. Open, unused pots let rain fall down the flue.
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.
For landlords and managing agents
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Landlords and agents in Milebush book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the leaking roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
Common questions in Milebush
Do you carry out roof surveys in Milebush?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Milebush is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Milebush?
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 I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
How much does a roof leak investigation cost in Milebush?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
Can you find a leak when it is not raining?
In most cases, yes. Damp materials can be found without rain. For leaks that only happen in certain storms, we report the most likely routes.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Is the repair included in the leak investigation?
The investigation is about finding the cause. 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.
Nearby places to Milebush
Other services in Milebush
Why get it checked now?
A small drip today can be a bigger leak after the next storm. Each storm can open a gap a little more. Tracing it now lets you plan the work rather than react to it. In a small place like Milebush, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Milebush
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- PI and public liability insurance
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.