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Roof Leak Investigation in Tunstall
Need a roof leak investigation in Tunstall? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
How a roof leak investigation works in Tunstall
A leak that comes and goes can be the hardest to pin down. Driving rain from one direction, melting snow or a gutter that overflows in a downpour can all set it off. Telling us when it happens helps a lot and so do photos. We look for the clues it leaves behind, such as tide marks, stained timbers and damp underlay. Moisture readings show where materials are still wet. We are often asked to look into damp underlay across a wide area and water marks that spread in wet weather, on slate and tile slopes, valleys and parapet gutters and the roof space.
In a village or hamlet like Tunstall, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We check what can safely be seen and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Tunstall (ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours 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 Tunstall, 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. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We help you choose the package that suits the leak.
- 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 the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Your questions about roof leak investigations in Tunstall
Do you cover smaller places like Tunstall?
Yes, Tunstall is covered. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Is the coastal weather around Tunstall hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Within about 4 miles of the sea, as Tunstall is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Why is the stain in a different place from the leak?
Water rarely drops straight down. It runs along rafters, battens or underlay before it drips, so the entry point is often well away from the mark. We follow the route back instead of guessing.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
How do I arrange a roof leak investigation in Tunstall?
Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Can thermal imaging help find my roof leak?
It can, when the conditions are right. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind. Wet insulation holds heat longer than dry, which can show up on the image. Its findings are confirmed with a moisture check.
What affects the cost of roof leak investigations
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Which survey package you book
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
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:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Tunstall
Landlords, agents and building managers in Tunstall and across Kent can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Tunstall
Tunstall is within about 4 miles of the coast, 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. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
The streets around a church like Church of St John the Baptist are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. Homes near green spaces such as Cromers Wood can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Tunstall, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use.
Tunstall is about 1 mile south-west of Sittingbourne, in Kent. We survey roofs in Tunstall and the rest of Kent, as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Roof leak investigations in ME9 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Tunstall: Heart's Delight (1 mile north-west), Borden (1 mile north-west), Highsted (1 mile east), Rodmersham Green (1 mile east) and Sittingbourne (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Maidstone (9 miles south-west), Ashford (14 miles south-east), Whitstable (14 miles east), Faversham (7 miles east), Minster (7 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (14 miles west).
Local landmarks in Tunstall
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Cromers Wood and Fulston Manor School, among other places. Tunstall’s nearest station is Sittingbourne station, roughly 1.4 miles north-east. A little further out are Bayford Court (1.6 miles north-east) and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum (1.4 miles north-east).
Can I check my roof myself?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
What this survey cannot tell you
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Whether rotten timbers meet design loads
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
- Leaks that only appear in weather we can’t recreate
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Lead flashings
- Flat roof details
- Rooflights and dormers
- The roof space
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
Useful tips for Tunstall property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Make sure the loft is accessible
- Don’t touch fittings that water is reaching
- Let us know about any past repairs to the roof
- Check whether pipes or tanks run near the stain
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 catching wear early keeps water out.