Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof Leak Investigation in Aldershot
Need a roof leak investigation in Aldershot? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
How a roof leak investigation works in Aldershot
We use moisture detection and thermal imaging where they help. Moisture detection confirms where timbers, plaster or insulation are damp. A thermal camera shows patterns of temperature rather than water, so we confirm what it suggests with moisture readings. Moisture detection is included in the Standard Survey, and thermal imaging in Premium. The best thermal results come after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We are often asked to look into damp on a chimney breast and water dripping from rafters or underlay, across rooflights and dormers, slate and tile slopes and flat roof details.
Extensions, dormers and conservatories are common on houses in towns like Aldershot, and the joint between new and old is a classic place for water to get in. The flashings and upstands at those joints get a careful look. Water can run along the top of a wall or a joist before it shows, so the stain is not always the place to look.
What you get is a clear record of the leaking roof on the day we saw it. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Where
- Aldershot (GU11, GU12)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Aldershot questions
How do I find out if my home in Aldershot is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What do I need to do before a survey in Aldershot?
Not much. Unlock side gates, keep pets in another room and dig out any invoices from past roof work, and the visit in Aldershot can get straight on.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies.
How do you tell a leak from condensation?
Many apparent leaks turn out to be condensation. A leak typically shows in one area and follows rain, while condensation is frequently widespread and worst on cold days. We tell you which it is most likely to be.
What happens after the survey?
You will receive the report by email, and what you do next is up to you: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details when you book.
Aldershot roofs and the weather
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. Farnham Castle, about 2.7 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Aldershot. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you own a rental within reach of Aldershot station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Anyone responsible for a site like Talavera Junior School will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you live near a park such as Princes Gardens, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Aldershot is about 8 miles west of Guildford, in Hampshire. Roofs in Aldershot get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
All of GU11 and GU12 is within our area for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Station Road, East Station Road and High Street, all of which we cover. You will find Aldershot on the A323 and A325, so it is easy for us to get to. Close by, we survey roofs in Weybourne (1 mile south-west), Badshot Lea (1 mile south), Heath End (1 mile south-west), Tongham (1 mile south-east) and Hale (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (15 miles west), Farnborough (3 miles north), Fleet (4 miles north-west), Alton (11 miles south-west), Yateley (7 miles north-west) and Bordon (10 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Aldershot
Around Aldershot, our work takes us to homes and buildings near All Hallows Catholic School, Prince Consort's Library and Princes Gardens. There’s a railway station in Aldershot itself: Aldershot station. Well-known places in the area include Royal Army Dental Corps Historical Museum (1.6 miles north) and Farnham Castle (2.7 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Claycart Hill and Rowhill Nature Reserve.
How the survey works
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos, sent to you by email. As for time on site, it usually takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. For a home in Aldershot, the main things we need are a way into the loft, a route to the back garden and somewhere to park. If you won’t be there yourself, let us know who will let us in.
- We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- We examine the damp area and the rooms near it.
- From the loft space, we trace the water’s route where there’s safe access.
- Outside, we check flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details from every safe viewpoint.
- We email a written report showing where the water most likely gets in.
Getting ready for the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Booking a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Aldershot
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
What this survey cannot tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Water from pipes, tanks or heating systems
- Leaks that only appear in weather we can’t recreate
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Aldershot
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Rooflights and dormers
- The roof space
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roof details
- Lead flashings
What you can safely check yourself
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
How we price roof leak investigations
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- What kind of property and roof it is
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Why act early in Aldershot
Damp in a ceiling or loft can lead to mould. It is unpleasant, and it’s harder to deal with once established. Stopping the water is the first step. A defect spotted early can be planned and budgeted for, whereas a leak tends to force the timing on you.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book us in Aldershot
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- PI and public liability insurance
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.