Kent · London and the South East
Statenborough Roof Leak Investigation
Independent roof leak investigations in Statenborough. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
Leave it or get it looked at?
Damp loft insulation loses much of its value. A slow leak can soak it for months before a stain appears. Catching it early limits what has to be replaced. For an older or listed building in a place like Statenborough, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why us?
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
About our roof leak investigation in Statenborough
On a flat roof, water can travel a long way under the covering. Splits, blisters, failed laps, worn upstands and blocked outlets are common causes. Standing water puts extra pressure on every weak point. We check the roof surface and the ceiling below. Leaks under flat extension, garage and dormer roofs are common. An ageing felt roof is a frequent culprit. If you’ve noticed water through the ceiling under a flat roof and damp walls below an overflowing gutter, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on chimney stacks, the roof space and valleys and parapet gutters alike.
Roofs in small places like Statenborough often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Location
- Statenborough (CT14)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Let us know what has already been tried
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Note the weather when the leak shows
- Move stored items away from the hatch
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, while Premium includes one in person. It is a chance to ask about anything in the report.
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.
How the survey works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a hamlet or village like Statenborough, a postcode doesn’t 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.
- We agree a date, including weekends.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Moisture detection and thermal imaging are used where your package includes them and they help.
- You get photos, the likely cause and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Advice
What affects the price in Statenborough
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- House, block, shop or office
- How big the roof is
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.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know where you stand. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Statenborough
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Statenborough questions
Do you cover smaller places like Statenborough?
Yes, Statenborough is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Statenborough 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.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, which makes the report easy to follow.
How should I prepare for the leak investigation?
Keep a note of when it leaks. Move stored items away from the loft hatch. Keep away from any light or socket that water is reaching.
What happens next?
The report comes by email, and you decide the next step: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
How quickly is the report sent?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Nearby places to Statenborough
What else we do in Statenborough
How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys
Stains from a valley leak frequently show some distance off. From inside the roof space, we follow the water’s route back.
Slate and tile slopes
‘Nail fatigue’ is a common cause of slipped slates. Even a single gap can let water in.
Roof leak investigations in Statenborough: local notes
Statenborough lies within about 4 miles of the sea, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Across Kent, older roofs are often handmade clay or peg tiles, and tile-hanging on upper walls is a familiar sight. You’ll also find oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses among the county’s older buildings. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Homes near green spaces such as Ham Fen can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn. The streets around a church such as Church of St George are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. For landlords with property near Sandwich station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Statenborough is about 4 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. From houses to flats and shops in Statenborough, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Across Kent, we cover Statenborough. We also survey roofs in Canterbury.
All of CT14 is within our area for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you are just outside Statenborough, we cover Felderland (1 mile east), Ham (1 mile south-east), Woodnesborough (1 mile north-west), Eastry (1 mile south-west) and Worth (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (11 miles west), Margate (9 miles north), Dover (8 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south-west), Ramsgate (7 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Statenborough
In Statenborough, that means homes and buildings near Eastry Church of England Primary School, The Bull Inn And Rear Courtyard and Ham Fen. The nearest railway station is Sandwich station, roughly 1.4 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Sandown Castle (3.6 miles east) and The Precinct Toy Collection (1.7 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.