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Platt's Heath Roof Leak Investigation
Roof leak investigations in Platt's Heath from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
How a roof leak investigation works in Platt's Heath
Our roof leak investigations cover Platt's Heath 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. The findings come in a written report with photos. If it is leaking right now, contain the water and keep it clear of electrics, and then phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to arrange a visit. We survey slate and tile slopes, flat roof details and rooflights and dormers, and common reasons people get in touch are leaks below a flat extension roof and brown rings on upstairs ceilings.
Many homes in small places like Platt's Heath face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Platt's Heath (ME17)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from the ground
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Mention earlier attempts to fix the leak
- Check whether pipes or tanks run near the stain
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Have an electrician check any wet fittings
We email the report to you, with photographs of what we found. It sets out where we believe the water is getting in, how it is travelling and what needs attention. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, ideally once the leaves have fallen. Blocked outlets on parapet and flat roofs cause many leaks. Leave the clearing to someone with the right equipment.
How we price roof leak investigations
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The roof’s overall size
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- House, block, shop or office
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Platt's Heath and across Kent can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Nearby places to Platt's Heath
Also in Platt's Heath
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Platt's Heath
About 3 miles north-west lies Leeds Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Platt's Heath has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Many older homes in Kent have handmade clay tiles, including Kent peg tiles held by pegs through two holes, and tile-hanging on their upper walls. 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 is detailed.
Take a building like Platts Heath 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 own a rental within reach of Lenham station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Living close to Kiln Wood is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Platt's Heath is about 7 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Surveys in Platt's Heath work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at whatever is safely visible, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Surveys in ME17 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on School Lane, Headcorn Road and Green Lane. Other places close to Platt's Heath include Liverton Street (1 mile south-west), Sandway (1 mile north-east), Boughton Malherbe (1 mile south-east), Fairbourne Heath (1 mile west) and Grafty Green (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (7 miles north-west), Ashford (10 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (9 miles north), Faversham (11 miles north-east), Minster (14 miles north) and Kings Hill (13 miles west).
What’s near Platt's Heath
In Platt's Heath, that means homes and buildings near Kiln Wood, Wishful Thinker pub and The Lenham School, among other places. The closest station to Platt's Heath is Lenham station, roughly 1.2 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Dog Collar Museum (2.9 miles north-west) and Coldbridge Castle (1.8 miles south).
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual inspection of the stack, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection.
Valleys
A valley takes the rain from both sides of the roof. Split lead, cracked linings or slipped tiles let water in.
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where it applies. The survey normally takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Around Platt's Heath, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You get in touch with details of the leak and any photos.
- We look at the stain, the ceiling and the loft above it.
- We check the likely entry points outside, such as flashings, valleys, chimneys and gutters.
- We use moisture detection, and thermal imaging where it is useful.
- We email a report with photographs, the likely entry point and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Leave side gates unlocked
Booking a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Platt's Heath: your questions answered
Is my home in Platt's Heath listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover Platt's Heath?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Platt's Heath as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Can thermal imaging help find my roof leak?
Where conditions suit, it can. The best results come after a sunny day, on a dry roof with little wind. Wet insulation holds heat longer than dry, which can show up on the image. We always check what it shows with moisture readings.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access as you book.
Can you find a leak when it is not raining?
Often, yes. Leaks leave clues, such as staining, damp timber and moisture in materials. Intermittent leaks can be harder, so photos and notes from when it leaks help a lot.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.