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Roof Leak Investigation in Rodmersham Green
Roof leak investigations in Rodmersham Green from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Wet patches on loft insulation
Roof leak investigation in Rodmersham Green
Most roof leaks start at a joint rather than the middle of a slope. Common entry points include chimney and wall flashings, valleys, parapet and box gutters, and the upstands and outlets on flat roofs. We check each likely route and follow the evidence. Every chimney, dormer and roof light adds more joints to check. Each one is looked at from wherever it’s safe to see it. If you are worried about brown rings on upstairs ceilings and leaks below a flat extension roof, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
For a small place like Rodmersham Green, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Rodmersham Green (ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price roof leak investigations
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What’s prompted the survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or email us, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Can I check my roof myself?
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 ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What happens on the day
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Rural addresses near Rodmersham Green can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You let us know where the water appears, when, and what the weather was doing.
- Inside, we check the stain and the ceiling around it.
- In the loft, we follow any signs of water back towards the roof.
- We inspect the likely entry points outside, from the ground, windows and the roof where safe.
- We email a written report showing where the water most likely gets in.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Leave side gates unlocked
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of 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
Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles let rain onto the underlay. Older felt may hold for a while, but it tears with age.
Common questions in Rodmersham Green
Is the coastal weather around Rodmersham Green 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 usually shows, and Rodmersham Green is within about 4 miles of the coast.
Do you cover smaller places like Rodmersham Green?
Yes. Rodmersham Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Will you definitely find the leak?
Not always, and we will be honest about that. Water can travel a long way, and some leaks only show in particular storms. Where the source isn’t certain, we list the likely routes in order.
Why is the stain in a different place from the leak?
Rain that gets in will run along whatever it lands on. On a pitched roof it often runs down a rafter before it shows. Tracing that path is the heart of a leak investigation.
Is it a leak or condensation?
The two can look alike. Widespread damp on the underside of the roof in cold weather, with blocked vents, suggests condensation. We look at the pattern, take moisture readings and tell you which is more likely.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
What should I do before you arrive?
Keep a note of when it leaks. Clear access to the loft. If water is near any fittings, have an electrician check them.
Leaks and storm damage in Rodmersham Green
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Rodmersham Green, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
If you let a flat or house near Sittingbourne station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Homes near green spaces like Cromers Wood can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Rodmersham Green is about 2 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. If you’re in Rodmersham Green, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Rodmersham Green is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work for roof leak investigations. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Roof leak investigations in ME9 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer roof leak investigations to properties on Stockers Hill, Green Lane and Bottles Lane. We also cover the places around Rodmersham Green: Highsted (1 mile west), Rodmersham (1 mile east), Bapchild (1 mile east), Newbury (1 mile south-east) and Tunstall (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (10 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south-east), Canterbury (15 miles east), Whitstable (13 miles east), Faversham (6 miles east) and Minster (7 miles north).
Near you in Rodmersham Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Fulston Manor School and Cromers Wood and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Sittingbourne station, roughly 1.7 miles north. A little further out are Bayford Court (1.7 miles north) and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (1.4 miles north).
Leave it or get it looked at?
A leak that returns after a repair typically means the real source wasn’t found. We look past the obvious spot and check each likely route. That’s often what breaks the cycle. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why us?
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent view of the roof
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
What we’re asked to look at in Rodmersham Green
Every flat roof covering has a working life. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and as it ages it splits, blisters and opens at the laps. Leaks often start at the edges, upstands and outlets.
Problems we come across often include:
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Nicholas, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Before booking anyone
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What exactly goes into their report