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Plaxtol Roof Leak Investigation
Find out the condition of the leaking roof at your property in Plaxtol from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Staining around the chimney inside
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
When you need someone else
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- The repair itself (the investigation finds and reports the cause)
- What’s under the covering or behind the plaster
- Leaks that only appear in weather we can’t recreate
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roof details
- Lead flashings
- Rooflights and dormers
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- The roof space
About our roof leak investigation in Plaxtol
Moisture readings and thermal imaging are used where they’re useful. Moisture readings show which materials are wet. A thermal camera shows patterns of temperature rather than water, so we confirm what it suggests with moisture readings. Moisture detection is included in the Standard Survey, and thermal imaging in Premium. The best thermal results come after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If you are worried about brown rings on upstairs ceilings and staining around the chimney inside, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roof details, rooflights and dormers and valleys and parapet gutters alike.
For a small place like Plaxtol, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It is useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Plaxtol (TN15)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Cottages and farmhouses around Plaxtol often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We help you choose the package that suits the leak.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Where it is useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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What affects the price in Plaxtol
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The roof’s overall size
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What to tell us when you contact us
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- When you need the report by
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know where you stand. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Plaxtol
About 0.7 miles north-east lies Old Soar Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Plaxtol has been built on. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. The county’s older buildings also include oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
For an older house near a landmark like Plaxtol Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. For landlords with property near Borough Green & Wrotham station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. Living close to Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Plaxtol is about 4 miles north of Tonbridge, in Kent. Plaxtol gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Our area takes in places right across Kent. Maidstone is in our area too.
Here we cover the TN15 postcode area for roof leak investigations. We cover properties on The Street, St Hildas and Long Mill Lane and the roads around them. We also cover Dunk's Green (1 mile south), Roughway (1 mile south-east), Claygate Cross (1 mile north), Crouch (1 mile north) and Basted (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles east), Dartford (13 miles north), Sevenoaks (5 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (9 miles south), Gravesend (12 miles north) and Tonbridge (4 miles south).
Around Plaxtol
We work in homes and buildings around The Kentish Rifleman Public House and Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, about 2.4 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Ightham Court (2.6 miles north) and Sevenoaks Hospital (5.2 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Barden Lake.
Tips that help
Getting the most from a roof leak investigation starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Catch drips in a bucket and protect the floor
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
- Don’t touch fittings that water is reaching
- Clear the loft hatch so we can get in
If condensation is the cause, we explain it, and suggest how the loft space could be better ventilated. It saves chasing a leak that isn’t there.
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.
What we look for on each type of roof
Slate and tile slopes
Ridge and hip tiles can loosen as their mortar cracks. Rain can then run in at the ridge.
Lead flashings
Lead flashings seal the joints at chimneys, walls and dormers. Lifted, split or slipped lead is a common cause.
Plaxtol questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Plaxtol?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you cover smaller places like Plaxtol?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How long does the visit take?
It usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
How do you tell a leak from condensation?
The two can look alike. Widespread damp on the underside of the roof in cold weather, with blocked vents, suggests condensation. We check the pattern of damp and the ventilation, then say which is most likely.
Is there anything I need to do before the visit?
Note when the leak appears and what the weather was doing. Move stored items away from the loft hatch. If water is near any fittings, have an electrician check them.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photos are part of every report, so you can see each point for yourself.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Also near Plaxtol
What else we do in Plaxtol
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.