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Tankerton Roof Leak Investigation
Independent roof leak investigations in Tankerton. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about one to two hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Tankerton is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- 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.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
How to prepare
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Keep pets in another room
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
How to book
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
Related advice
Roof leak investigation in Tankerton
Our roof leak investigations cover Tankerton and the wider South East. We visit on any day of the week. The investigation covers inside and out, from the stain to the likely entry points. You get a written report with photos and recommendations. If it is leaking right now, contain the water and keep it clear of electrics, then phone 07833 053749 or email us to arrange a visit. Common reasons to book are ceiling stains that grow after rain and drips from nail tips in a cold loft, on the roof space, flat roof details and chimney stacks.
Older cottages and houses around Tankerton may have roofs with little or no underlay. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Finding where it gets in, and whether it’s old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are often the first clues.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Tankerton (CT5)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Lead flashings
Lead flashings seal the joints at chimneys, walls and dormers. We check for lead that has lifted, split or slipped, and for flashings that have been patched with bitumen.
Slate and tile slopes
Cracked mortar lets ridge and hip tiles move. Water then gets in along the top of the roof.
Roof leak investigations in Tankerton: local notes
Tankerton lies within about 1 mile of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so check with the council.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of All Saints, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. Take a building like St Mary's Catholic Primary School: a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Tankerton is about 1 mile north-east of Whitstable, in Kent. We cover Tankerton and the rest of Kent. Tankerton is one of the towns and villages in Kent where we work. Our Canterbury page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the CT5 postcode area for roof leak investigations. We offer roof leak investigations to properties on Gann Road, Clare Road and Athol Road. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Swalecliffe (1 mile east), Chestfield (1 mile south-east), Whitstable (1 mile south-west), Radfall (2 miles south-east) and West End (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (6 miles south), Margate (15 miles east), Sittingbourne (14 miles west), Faversham (8 miles south-west), Herne Bay (4 miles east) and Minster (11 miles west).
Near you in Tankerton
We work in homes and buildings around The Whitstable School and Monument Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Whitstable station, about 0.7 miles south-west. Nearby you will also find Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (within half a mile south-east) and Tankerton Castle (0.5 miles west). Open spaces near Tankerton include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
When to book a survey in Tankerton
Flat roofs fail with age and wear. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and splits, blisters and lifting laps let water in. Leaks frequently start at the edges, upstands and outlets.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
If you let a flat or house near Whitstable station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Before you book anyone
- What happens after the report arrives
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
What a roof leak investigation doesn’t cover
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Leaks that only appear in weather we can’t recreate
- Putting the leak right
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Tankerton
- The roof space
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roof details
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Rooflights and dormers
Checking the roof from the ground
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Useful tips for Tankerton property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Do not touch fittings that water is reaching
- Let us know if there are tanks or pipes in the loft
- Let us know what has already been tried
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
If the leak turns out to be condensation, the report says so, with recommendations on ventilation. It saves chasing a leak that is not there.
Plan a roof survey every few years. Flashings, valleys and flat roof details are frequent weak points, and wear is easier to deal with before water gets in.
FAQs for Tankerton
Do you cover smaller places like Tankerton?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Tankerton, take more of a battering?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
How do I arrange a roof leak investigation in Tankerton?
It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. We survey on any day of the week.
How soon will I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us when booking.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or email us.