West Sussex · London and the South East
Roof Leak Investigation in Ashington
An experienced roof surveyor for roof leak investigations in Ashington. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Staining around the chimney inside
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
Roof leak investigation in Ashington: what you get
We use moisture detection and thermal imaging where they help. Moisture detection confirms where timbers, plaster or insulation are damp. Thermal imaging shows temperature differences that can point to wet areas, not water itself, so its findings are checked with moisture readings. Moisture detection is included in the Standard Survey, and thermal imaging in Premium. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, on a dry roof with little wind. We survey chimney stacks, the roof space and slate and tile slopes, and people most often book us about staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall and brown rings on upstairs ceilings.
Many homes in small places like Ashington face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Where
- Ashington (RH20)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Ashington
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Letting agents and landlords in Ashington book surveys as well as homeowners. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the leaking roof.
What else we do in Ashington
Ashington roofs and the weather
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. Historic houses such as Parham House, about 4.5 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Ashington goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you look after a building such as Ashington CofE Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Ashington is about 8 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Ashington is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Ashington is one of the places in West Sussex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
We cover every part of the RH20 postcode area for roof leak investigations. Whether your property is on London Road, The Sands and Hillcrest Drive or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Ashington: Wiston (1 mile south-east), Dial Post (3 miles north-east), Ashurst (3 miles east), Broomer's Corner (3 miles north) and Whitehall (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (15 miles north-east), Horsham (10 miles north), Worthing (8 miles south), Haywards Heath (14 miles east), Burgess Hill (12 miles east) and Littlehampton (10 miles south-west).
Around Ashington
We work in homes and buildings around Rydon Community College. Well-known places in the area include The Storrington And District Museum (2.6 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Chanctonbury Hill and Knepp Wildland.
What affects the cost of roof leak investigations
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The roof’s overall size
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
What we need to know
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- The address and postcode of the property
- What’s prompted the survey
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
To get a price for roof leak investigations in Ashington, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Questions from Ashington
Do you cover smaller places like Ashington?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Is my home in Ashington listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
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.
What will the report tell me?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photographs. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Leaks tend to get worse, not better. Wind lifts loose slates further and gaps widen. An investigation now gives you time to plan the work. Older cottages and farmhouses around Ashington can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Visits on any day of the week
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Useful tips for Ashington property owners
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look
- Keep water away from lights and sockets
- Catch drips in a bucket and protect the floor
- Photograph the stain each time it appears
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. The photos show the defects and where they are, so the repair is aimed at the cause.
Check the loft after heavy rain, with care and a good torch. Watch for water marks, wet underlay and damp wood. Take photos of anything that changes.
When to book a survey in Ashington
Chimneys can let water in by several routes. Water can enter through crumbling mortar, cracked flaunching, worn flashings or uncapped pots. The damp may appear on a chimney breast, a ceiling or in the loft.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
The streets around a church such as Ashington Methodist Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Questions to ask before you book
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether you get a written report with photos
What happens on the day
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around Ashington often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start with what you’ve seen: where the stain is and when it gets worse.
- The visit starts indoors, at the stain and in the loft.
- Outside, we check every likely route in.
- We use moisture detection, and thermal imaging where it’s useful.
- You receive a written report with photos showing the likely source and what needs attention.
Before the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Tell us about parking before the day
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.