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Roof Leak Investigation in Murston
Roof leak investigations in Murston from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Water that shows only in certain storms
When you need someone else
A survey is a close look at the leaking roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Leaks that only appear in weather we can’t recreate
- Putting the leak right
- Leaks from plumbing, tanks or pipework rather than the roof
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Murston
- Flat roof details
- The roof space
- Rooflights and dormers
- Lead flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Roof leak investigation in Murston
Our roof leak investigations cover Murston and the wider South East. We visit on weekdays and at weekends. We look inside and out, at flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details. You get a written report with photos and recommendations. If it is leaking right now, contain the water and keep it clear of electrics, and then ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Typical surveys look at drips from nail tips in a cold loft and wet patches on loft insulation, across slate and tile slopes, the roof space and chimney stacks.
In a smaller place like Murston, some roofs face open ground, 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.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Murston (ME10, ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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.
Slate and tile slopes
Ridge and hip tiles can loosen as their mortar cracks. Water then gets in along the top of the roof.
Signs you need a roof leak investigation in Murston
When a slate slips or a tile cracks, the underlay takes the water. Old bitumen felt may cope for a while, but it tears and sags with age, while some very old roofs have nothing under the coverings. Corroded nails, known as ‘nail fatigue’, are a frequent cause on slate roofs.
Problems we come across often include:
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
For hotels and guest houses around Murston, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest.
Questions to ask before you book
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What happens after the report arrives
- Is VAT included in the price?
Places near Murston
Also in Murston
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Murston
Is Murston within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Murston?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Does the investigation include the repair?
Our job here is to trace the leak and explain it, and the repair is separate. With the report, a roofer knows exactly where to look.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We’re roof surveyors, not structural engineers. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
What does the report include?
A photo-illustrated written report, covering the condition of the leaking roof, the defects we found and what we recommend, by urgency where it matters. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Let us know about it when booking and we will plan the survey around it.
Roof leak investigations around Murston
Murston lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Take a building like Sunny Bank Primary School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. If you live near a park such as Milton Creek Country Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Murston is about 1 mile east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We carry out roof leak investigations in Murston for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our Kent coverage includes Murston and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Here we cover the ME10 and ME9 postcode area for roof leak investigations. We offer roof leak investigations to properties on Oak Road, Glebe Lane and Leigh Road and the roads around them. If you are just outside Murston, we cover Milton Regis (1 mile north), Sittingbourne (1 mile west), Tonge Corner (1 mile east), Rodmersham (1 mile south) and Kemsley (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles south-west), Ashford (15 miles south), Canterbury (15 miles east), Whitstable (12 miles east), Faversham (6 miles east) and Minster (6 miles north).
Local landmarks in Murston
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Sittingbourne Community College, Milton Creek Country Park and The New Inn, among other places. Murston’s nearest station is Sittingbourne station, about 0.7 miles west. A little further out are Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (less than half a mile west) and Bayford Court (under half a mile west).
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. If you have questions on the day, just ask. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Murston, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is checked where it can be reached safely.
- You tell us where the water shows and when it appears.
- Inside, we check the damp area and the loft space above it.
- Likely entry points outside are checked, from flashings and valleys to gutters and outlets.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Find any records of previous roof work
Getting a price
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
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Why get it checked now?
Wet insulation doesn’t insulate well. A slow leak can soak it for months before a stain appears. The sooner the cause is found, the less needs replacing. Arranging work in a smaller place like Murston is easier with notice than in an emergency. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book with us
- 20+ years’ experience
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Photos and a written report every time