Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Arford, Hampshire
Tracing where water is getting into your roof for Arford, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Water that shows only in certain storms
What a roof leak investigation doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
- Whether rotten timbers meet design loads
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flat roof details
- Lead flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- The roof space
- Rooflights and dormers
- Chimney stacks
Roof leak investigation in Arford
Our roof leak investigations cover Arford and the wider South East. Surveys are carried out on weekdays and at weekends. We look inside and out, at flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details. You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations. If it is leaking right now, contain the water and keep it clear of electrics, then phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. If you are worried about stains around a skylight and water marks that spread in wet weather, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on valleys and parapet gutters, rooflights and dormers and the roof space alike.
In a village or hamlet like Arford, 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. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Arford (GU35)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Arford
Other services in Arford
Common roof problems in Arford
A gutter that overflows can soak a wall and mark the ceiling inside. Parapet and box gutters are the worst for this, because when they block, water backs up and runs inside.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as The Holme Church of England Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- When you will get the report
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
Arford: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Arford?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Arford as anywhere else.
Is Arford within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Could my leak actually be condensation?
The two can look alike. Drips from nail tips, damp underlay over a wide area and poor loft ventilation point towards condensation. We check the pattern of damp and the ventilation, then say which is most likely.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we don’t carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
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, ready to forward.
Why get it checked now?
Guesswork repairs are a common reason leaks keep coming back. The real way in may be a metre or more away. An investigation finds the likely cause first, so the repair is aimed at the right place. Older and listed buildings around Arford may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why us?
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
Arford roofs and the weather
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list. 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. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
If you own a rental within reach of Liphook station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. If you live in an older home near Church of All Saints, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Arford is about 6 miles south of Farnham, in Hampshire. Arford is one of many places we visit across Hampshire, for homes and businesses alike. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
Every address in GU35 is within our area for roof leak investigations. You will find streets like Beech Hill Road, Arford Common and Headley Hill Road. If you are just outside Arford, we cover Headley (1 mile south-west), Headley Down (1 mile east), Lindford (1 mile west), Standford (1 mile south-west) and Wishanger Common (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Farnborough (12 miles north), Fleet (11 miles north), Aldershot (9 miles north), Alton (7 miles west), Petersfield (10 miles south-west) and Yateley (15 miles north).
Local landmarks in Arford
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Holly Bush Inn and Mill Chase Academy. The closest station to Arford is Liphook station, about 3.6 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Chase Community Hospital (2.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Deadwater Valley and Gibbet Hill.
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Tell us about any past repairs to the roof
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
- Check whether pipes or tanks run near the stain
- Clear the loft hatch so we can get in
Once the work is done, hold on to the report. If the leak returns, it is a useful record of what was found, which makes the next step quicker.
Have flashings and flat roofs looked at every few years. Flashings, valleys and flat roof details are frequent weak points, and catching wear early keeps water out.
How the survey works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit usually takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a hamlet or village like Arford, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You pick a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We agree a date, including weekends.
- The investigation works from the stain back to the roof.
- Where it’s useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- You get photos, the likely cause and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
How to book
For a price for roof leak investigations in Arford, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Valleys
A valley takes the rain from both sides of the roof. Worn or split linings and slipped valley tiles let it under the coverings.
Parapet and box gutters
A butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter. Problems there frequently show in the rooms on the top floor.