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Addiscombe Roof Leak Investigation
Know where you stand with the leaking roof before you spend money on it. Roof leak investigations in Addiscombe.
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
Roof leak investigation in Addiscombe
Some leaks only appear in certain weather. Driving rain from one direction, melting snow or a gutter that overflows in a downpour can all set it off. Notes on when it leaks, and what the weather was doing, help us and so do photos. Even on a dry day, a leak typically leaves clues: stained timbers, tide marks and damp underlay. Moisture detection shows which materials are still damp. If you’ve noticed brown rings on upstairs ceilings and leaks that appear only in driving rain, we can find out what’s behind it, on the roof space, slate and tile slopes and chimney stacks alike.
Many London homes are well over a century old and their roofs have been patched more than once. Insurers typically exclude wear and tear, so it is useful to know whether damage is old or new. That’s as true in Addiscombe as anywhere in London. A written record with photos helps you explain what was found to whoever deals with it next.
If any part of the leaking roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Addiscombe (CR0, SE25, CR9)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- 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
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Wind, rain and roofs in Addiscombe
Outer London has plenty of Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, frequently with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. On a semi of that age, the small roofs over the bays, the hip tiles and any later dormer each need their own look. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. Historic houses such as Addington Palace, about 2 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Addiscombe goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near Norwood Junction station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. Living close to Ashburton Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn. Take an older house close to St Mildred's Church: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Addiscombe is about 2 miles north-east of Croydon, in Greater London. If you are in Addiscombe, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Greater London, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
All of CR0, SE25 and CR9 is covered for roof leak investigations. If you need a roof leak investigation at a property on Grant Road, Capri Road and Coe Avenue or anywhere close by, we can help. Addiscombe sits on or near the A232. Nearby, we also carry out roof leak investigations in Shirley Oaks (1 mile east), Ashburton (1 mile north), Woodside (1 mile north), Shirley (1 mile east) and Monks Orchard (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns like London (8 miles north), City of Westminster (10 miles north), Marylebone (10 miles north), Kensington (10 miles north-west), St Pancras (10 miles north) and Shoreditch (10 miles north).
Near you in Addiscombe
Around Addiscombe, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Woodside Academy, The Cricketers pub and Ashburton Park, among other places. The nearest railway station is Norwood Junction station, roughly 1.2 miles north. Well-known places in the area include St George's Walk (1.5 miles west) and Crystal Palace Museum (2.7 miles north). Not far away are Duppas Hill and Bramley Bank.
What a survey costs
We confirm the price for the job before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The size of the roof
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it’s useful to mention:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- What kind of property and roof it is
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Addiscombe
Water and electrics don’t mix. Keep away from any fitting that water is reaching and have an electrician check it. Then the source needs tracing. In Addiscombe, as in much of London, water from a roof defect can reach a neighbour’s home as easily as yours: failed flashings and blocked valley gutters can send water into more than one home. Finding it early keeps the work smaller.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- An independent view of the roof
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- 98% of customers satisfied
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
How it works
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. In Addiscombe, as in much of London, plenty of properties are flats or terraces without side access, so the back of the roof is frequently seen from upstairs windows, from inside or, where a flight is allowed, from the air. If the building has a managing agent or access rules, tell us as you book.
- We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- We examine the damp area and the rooms near it.
- In the loft, we follow any signs of water back towards the roof.
- We inspect the likely entry points outside, from the ground, windows and the roof where safe.
- We email a written report showing where the water most likely gets in.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Addiscombe
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.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Addiscombe questions
Do you cover Addiscombe?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Addiscombe is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Addiscombe?
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.
Can you find a leak when it isn’t raining?
In many cases, yes. Stains, tide marks, damp timbers and moisture readings normally point the way. Some leaks only show in particular weather, so photos and notes from when it leaks help a lot.
When does the report arrive?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. Reports are sent by email.
What’s in the report?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photographs throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. The report includes photographs of what we found, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
Roof by roof
Valleys
Valleys collect water from two roof slopes. Split lead, cracked linings or slipped tiles let water in.
Flat roof upstands and outlets
Flat roof water can travel under the covering before it shows. Where conditions allow, moisture readings and thermal imaging help narrow it down.