Medway · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in St Mary Hoo, Medway
Roof leak investigations in St Mary Hoo from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
About our roof leak investigation in St Mary Hoo
Flat roofs leak in their own ways. Common causes are splits and blisters, tired upstands and outlets that don’t drain. Standing water puts extra pressure on every weak point. We check both the covering and the room underneath to narrow it down. Leaks under flat extension, garage and dormer roofs are common. An ageing felt roof is a frequent culprit. Common reasons to book are damp underlay across a wide area and damp walls below an overflowing gutter, across chimney stacks, lead flashings and the roof space.
Roofs in small places like St Mary Hoo frequently stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- St Mary Hoo (ME3)
- Region
- Medway
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Leaks from plumbing, tanks or pipework rather than the roof
- Leaks that only appear in weather we cannot recreate
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in St Mary Hoo
- Slate and tile slopes
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Lead flashings
- Rooflights and dormers
- The roof space
- Flat roof details
- Chimney stacks
What affects the cost of roof leak investigations
We confirm the price for the job before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How big the roof is
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
How the survey works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a hamlet or village like St Mary Hoo, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We help you choose the package that suits the leak.
- 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.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
Before the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Getting a price
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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St Mary Hoo questions
How do I find out if my home in St Mary Hoo 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, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover smaller places like St Mary Hoo?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
How fast do I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed.
What’s in the survey report?
Written findings with photos, covering the condition of the leaking roof, the defects we found and what we recommend, by urgency where it matters. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That’s where a survey comes in.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Useful tips for St Mary Hoo property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Check the loft is accessible
- Let us know if there are tanks or pipes in the loft
- Mention earlier attempts to fix the leak
- Protect furniture and flooring under the leak
We email the report to you. It explains the likely entry point, the route the water takes and our recommendations. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day.
Check the loft after heavy rain, with care and a good torch. Watch for water marks, wet underlay and damp wood. Take photos of anything that changes.
Roof by roof
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.
Parapet and box gutters
A butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter. If that gutter or its outlet fails, water can come through the top-floor ceiling.
Towns and villages near St Mary Hoo
What else we do in St Mary Hoo
St Mary Hoo roofs and the weather
St Mary Hoo is within about 2 miles of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
In and around St Mary Hoo, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
St Mary Hoo is about 4 miles south of Canvey Island, in Medway. Wherever you are in St Mary Hoo, we can come and survey your property. Across Medway, we cover St Mary Hoo. There’s also a page for Maidstone.
All of ME3 is covered for roof leak investigations. Other places close to St Mary Hoo include Fenn Street (1 mile south-west), High Halstow (1 mile south-west), Sharnal Street (2 miles south-west), Tunbridge Hill (2 miles south) and Kingsnorth (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Gillingham (6 miles south), Chatham (8 miles south), Rochester (6 miles south-west), Rainham (7 miles south), Strood (7 miles south-west) and Luton (7 miles south).
What’s near St Mary Hoo
Nearby you’ll also find Bay Museum (3.6 miles north) and Medway Maritime Hospital (6 miles south-west). The countryside around St Mary Hoo includes Bishop Saltings.