London and the South East
Roof Leak Investigation in Slough
Wherever you are in Slough, we can carry out roof leak investigations. Clear prices including VAT, and surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Where we work in Slough
Across Slough, that means tracing where water is getting into your roof. Every town and village has its own page, listed below.
Biggest towns in Slough
Roof leak investigation in Slough: how it works
Our job is to find the likely source and tell you. You get a report with photographs showing the likely entry point and the route the water is taking, and recommends what should be done. Whoever does the work then has a clear starting point. We find and report the source, while the repair is a separate matter. Common reasons to book are leaks that appear only in driving rain and staining around the chimney inside, across the roof space, lead flashings and chimney stacks.
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey normally takes about 1–2 hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours.
- You pick a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Where it is useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- You get photos, the likely cause and clear recommendations.
How our prices work
All our prices include VAT. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey
- Photographs and a written report every time
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
How to book
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Near you in Slough
In Slough, that means homes and buildings near Herschel Grammar School, St Michael and All Angels and Westgate School. You will also find Herschel Park (1.1 miles south-east), The Godolphin Junior Academy (0.6 miles north) and The Moon and Spoon pub (0.6 miles south-east). For rail, the closest station is Slough station, about 0.7 miles east. Nearby you will also find Upton Hospital (0.9 miles south-east) and Windsor Castle (2.1 miles south). Open spaces near Slough include Taplow Lake and Burnham Beeches.
Roof leak investigations across Slough: local notes
Across Slough, we check leaks and storm damage on homes and businesses, from Cippenham, Chalvey and Britwell to the quieter places in between. You get a written record with photos.
Across London and South East England, older homes often have slate or clay tiles, while many later ones have concrete tiles. That variety shapes every survey in Slough.
Slough: Living close to Herschel Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. If you look after a building such as Herschel Grammar School, a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Mortar fillets are sometimes used instead of lead. They crack as the roof and wall move, and water runs down behind them.
Chimney stacks
A stack has several possible ways in for rain. Each is looked at from every safe viewpoint.
Why roofs fail
Flat roofs fail with age and wear. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and as it ages it splits, blisters and opens at the laps. Upstands and outlets are common weak points.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
What affects the cost of roof leak investigations
We confirm the price for the job before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How big the roof is
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
What to let us know when you contact us
These details help when you contact us:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
What a survey doesn’t cover
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Leaks from plumbing, tanks or pipework rather than the roof
- What’s under the covering or behind the plaster
- Putting the leak right
Leave it or get it looked at?
A small drip today can be a bigger leak after the next storm. Wind lifts loose slates further and gaps widen. An investigation now gives you time to plan the work.
What to check before booking
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Will the report include photos?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Common questions in Slough
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
When does the report arrive?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed.
How do I book a survey in Slough?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
How long does the visit take?
The visit usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. We’ll confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
What will the report tell me?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photos. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.