Kent · London and the South East
Sandwich Roof Leak Investigation
We take a careful look at the leaking roof at your property in Sandwich, with photographs and a written report.
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
How a roof leak investigation works in Sandwich
Flat roofs leak in their own ways. 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. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are frequent sources of leaks. An ageing felt roof is a frequent culprit. We survey chimney stacks, rooflights and dormers and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are leaks that appear only in driving rain and damp patches next to the stack.
Houses in smaller places like Sandwich can stand more in the open, where driving rain gets into any gap at a ridge, verge or flashing. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that is a useful clue. Let us know when it happens when you contact us. Gutters and downpipes on the exposed side are worth a look as well.
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.
- Where
- Sandwich (CT13)
- Region
- Kent
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Wind, rain and roofs in Sandwich
Sandwich is within about 3 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
For landlords with property near Sandwich station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Sandwich Infant School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. The streets around a church such as Sandwich United Reformed Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Sandwich is about 5 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Surveys in Sandwich work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Kent. Canterbury is in our area too.
Here we cover the CT13 postcode area for roof leak investigations. Streets in the area include Cattle Market, Market Street and High Street, and we cover them all. We also cover Great Stonar (1 mile north), Felderland (1 mile south), Worth (1 mile south), Woodnesborough (1 mile south-west) and Statenborough (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (11 miles west), Margate (8 miles north), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (15 miles south-west), Ramsgate (5 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (7 miles north-east).
What’s near Sandwich
We work in homes and buildings around Ham Fen, Sir Roger Manwood's School and The Red Cow Public House. Sandwich has its own railway station: Sandwich station. Other landmarks nearby include The Precinct Toy Collection (within half a mile north) and Ramsgate General Hospital (5 miles north-east). The countryside around Sandwich includes Monk's Wall nature reserve.
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Tell us if there are tanks or pipes in the loft
- Don’t touch fittings that water is reaching
- Let us know what has already been tried
- Catch drips in a bucket and protect the floor
If the leak turns out to be condensation, the report says so, and suggest how the roof space could be better ventilated. It saves chasing a leak that isn’t there.
Plan a roof survey every few years. They’re where most leaks start, and wear is easier to deal with before water gets in.
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For landlords and managing agents
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
How it works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen. The survey normally takes between one and two hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. Parking around Sandwich is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- We examine the damp area and the rooms near it.
- From the roof space, we trace the water’s route where there is safe access.
- Outside, we check flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details from every safe viewpoint.
- You receive a report with the likely source, photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Wherever a roof meets a wall or stack, a flashing keeps rain out. We check for lead that has lifted, split or slipped, and for flashings that have been patched with bitumen.
Valleys
A valley leak can appear well away from the valley inside. From inside the roof space, we follow the water’s route back.
Why get it checked now?
A leak near lights or wiring needs attention quickly. If water is reaching a light fitting or switch, keep clear of it. Then the source needs tracing. Arranging work in a smaller place like Sandwich is easier with notice than in an emergency. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why us?
- Visits on any day of the week
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Putting the leak right
- Leaks from plumbing, tanks or pipework rather than the roof
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roof details
- Slate and tile slopes
- Lead flashings
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Rooflights and dormers
Sandwich: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Sandwich is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you cover smaller places like Sandwich?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Are you insured?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Can a leak be traced on a dry day?
In most cases, yes. Moisture detection shows where materials are damp even on a dry day. For leaks that only happen in certain storms, we report the most likely routes.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We are roof surveyors, not structural engineers. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.