Kent · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Snargate, Kent
An experienced roof surveyor for roof leak investigations in Snargate. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Stains around a skylight
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
What we’re asked to look at in Snargate
Some water in the loft isn’t rain at all. Moist air from bathrooms and kitchens condenses on the cold underside of the roof, especially where ventilation is poor. Drips from nails and damp underlay are typical signs.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Stains around a skylight
- Damp on a chimney breast
- Water that shows only in certain storms
Landlords with a home close to Appledore (Kent) station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
Roof leak investigation in Snargate: what you get
Some leaks only appear in certain weather. Wind-driven rain, an overflowing gutter or snow melt may be what triggers it. Telling us when it happens helps a lot, along with any photos you’ve taken. Even on a dry day, a leak normally leaves clues: stained timbers, tide marks and damp underlay. Moisture detection shows which materials are still damp. We survey flat roof details, lead flashings and the roof space, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are water that shows only in certain storms and damp walls below an overflowing gutter.
Somewhere as small as Snargate, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. We check everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Snargate (TN29)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof leak investigations in Snargate: local notes
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. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Dunstan, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Snargate is about 8 miles south of Ashford, in Kent. We visit Snargate as part of our work across Kent, for homes and businesses alike. Snargate is one of the towns and villages in Kent we cover for roof leak investigations. You can also see our page for Maidstone.
Every address in TN29 is within our area for roof leak investigations. Streets in the area include Short Lane and Snargate Lane. Nearby, we also carry out roof leak investigations in Brenzett (1 mile south-east), Ivychurch (2 miles east), Kenardington (3 miles north-west), Hamstreet (3 miles north) and Ruckinge (4 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (8 miles north), Folkestone (15 miles east), Hythe (11 miles east), Hawkinge (15 miles north-east), Tenterden (7 miles north-west) and Cheriton (14 miles east).
Landmarks near Snargate
Typical jobs here are in homes near Red Lion pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Appledore (Kent) station, roughly 1.1 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (1.6 miles south-east) and Romney 'castle' (3.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Snargate includes Orlestone Forest.
What we look for on each type of roof
Valleys
A valley leak can appear well away from the valley inside. We trace the route from the loft where there’s safe access.
Lead flashings
Water from a failed flashing can travel down the wall or along a rafter. We check every flashing that could feed the stain.
What else we do in Snargate
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Leaks from plumbing, tanks or pipework rather than the roof
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Putting the leak right
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Slate and tile slopes
- Rooflights and dormers
- The roof space
- Flat roof details
Questions from Snargate
Do you carry out roof surveys in Snargate?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Snargate is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Snargate listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
How much does a roof leak investigation cost in Snargate?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can you always find the source?
We can’t promise to find every leak on one visit. Most leave clues we can follow, but intermittent leaks that need particular weather can be harder. The report sets out what we found and the most likely routes.
Do you use drones?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Could my leak actually be 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.
Why it is worth a survey now in Snargate
A leak near lights or wiring needs attention quickly. Keep away from any fitting that water is reaching and have an electrician check it. Then the source needs tracing. Older and listed buildings around Snargate may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
What you get with us
- PI and public liability insurance
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- 20+ years’ experience
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or two real surveys.
DIY checks: what’s safe
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In a hamlet or village like Snargate, 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. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You pick a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- The investigation works from the stain back to the roof.
- Where it is useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- You get photos, the likely cause and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Leave side gates unlocked
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.