Kent · London and the South East
Old Hawkinge Roof Leak Investigation
A careful look at the leaking roof at your property in Old Hawkinge, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
- Water that shows only in certain storms
What happens on the day
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a hamlet or village like Old Hawkinge, 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 tell us where the water shows and when it appears.
- 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.
- We use moisture detection, and thermal imaging where it’s useful.
- Your report sets out where the water is most likely getting in, with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Roof leak investigation in Old Hawkinge: what you get
On a flat roof, water can travel a long way under the covering. Common causes are splits and blisters, tired upstands and outlets that do not drain. Ponding water makes any weakness worse. We look at the roof surface and the ceiling below to narrow it down. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are frequent sources of leaks. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, so age is part of the picture. We survey lead flashings, flat roof details and valleys and parapet gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are damp walls below an overflowing gutter and damp patches next to the stack.
Being in a small place like Old Hawkinge makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
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
- Old Hawkinge (CT18)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What else we do in Old Hawkinge
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
Tips that help
Getting the most from a roof leak investigation starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Check whether pipes or tanks run near the stain
- Tell us about any past repairs to the roof
- Clear the loft hatch so we can get in
- Stay off ladders and the roof
If there are several possible sources, we list them in order of likelihood. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant, so you know what to deal with first.
Have flashings and flat roofs looked at every few years. They’re where most leaks start, and wear is easier to deal with before water gets in.
When to book a survey in Old Hawkinge
Blocked gutters can look like a roof leak. Hidden gutters behind parapets cause the most trouble, since a blocked outlet sends water over the lining and into the building.
Look out for signs like these:
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
If you live near a park such as East Cliff and Warren Country Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Are they insured for the work?
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What follow-up you get after the report
Honest limits
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Whether rotten timbers meet design loads
- The repair itself (the investigation finds and reports the cause)
- Leaks from plumbing, tanks or pipework rather than the roof
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 you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roof details
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Rooflights and dormers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Roof leak investigations in Old Hawkinge: local notes
Old Hawkinge is within about 2 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. With Acrise Place about 2.7 miles north-west, Old Hawkinge sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take a building like Hawkinge Primary School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. Landlords with a home close to Folkestone Central station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Old Hawkinge is about 1 mile east of Hawkinge, in Kent. We visit Old Hawkinge as part of our work across Kent. Our Kent coverage includes Old Hawkinge and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
We survey roofs across CT18 for roof leak investigations and the streets around it. We offer roof leak investigations to properties on Standen Lane and Church Hill and the roads around them. Other places close to Old Hawkinge include Hawkinge (1 mile west), Densole (2 miles north-west), Swingfield Minnis (2 miles north), Arpinge (2 miles west) and Selsted (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Ashford (14 miles west), Canterbury (12 miles north), Dover (5 miles east), Deal (11 miles north-east), Hythe (5 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (5 miles east).
Around Old Hawkinge
Typical jobs here are in homes near East Cliff and Warren Country Park and White Horse pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Folkestone Central station, about 2.3 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Folkestone Castle (1.6 miles south-west) and Royal Victoria Hospital (2.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Sugar Loaf Hill.
Old Hawkinge questions
Is the coastal weather around Old Hawkinge hard on roofs?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it normally shows, and Old Hawkinge is within about 2 miles of the coast.
Is Old Hawkinge within the area you cover?
Yes, Old Hawkinge is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Is thermal imaging part of a leak investigation?
We use thermal imaging where it helps, and it is included in our Premium Survey. It shows temperature differences, not water itself, so anything it suggests is checked with moisture readings.
How do I book a survey in Old Hawkinge?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.
What should I do before you arrive?
Keep a note of when it leaks, and take photos. Clear access to the loft. If water is near any fittings, have an electrician check them.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Why act early in Old Hawkinge
Damp loft insulation loses much of its value. Insulation can soak up water quietly before anything shows below. Catching it early limits what has to be replaced. For older village homes like those around Old Hawkinge, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the price for the job before booking.
Why us?
- An independent look at the roof
- Package prices that include VAT
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.