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Roof Leak Investigation in Bachelor's Bump
Roof leak investigations in Bachelor's Bump from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
- Stains around a skylight
About our roof leak investigation in Bachelor's Bump
Most roof leaks start at a joint rather than the middle of a slope. Flashings at chimneys and walls, valleys, gutters, parapets and flat roof upstands and outlets are the usual suspects. Each of these is checked in turn and follow the evidence. Chimneys, dormers and roof lights each add joints of their own. We check all of them, from every safe vantage point. If you’ve noticed damp patches next to the stack and ceiling stains that grow after rain, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Bachelor's Bump, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Bachelor's Bump (TN35)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
If a leak has been ‘fixed’ before and has come back, the cause was probably missed. A careful investigation looks at every likely route, not just the obvious one. It gives the next repair a far better chance. For older village homes like those around Bachelor's Bump, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we will tell you which fits.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Bachelor's Bump
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Prices that include VAT
Tips that help
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Protect furniture and flooring under the leak
- Clear the loft hatch so we can get in
- Photograph the stain each time it appears
- Check whether pipes or tanks run near the stain
Your report arrives by email, with photographs of what we found. It explains the likely entry point, the route the water takes and our recommendations. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Check the loft after heavy rain, with care and a good torch. Look for drips, damp patches and stains on timbers. Take photos of anything that changes.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Bachelor's Bump
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
The survey, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Around Bachelor's Bump, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- Inside, we look at the stain and the ceiling around it.
- In the loft, we follow any signs of water back towards the roof.
- Outside, we check flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details from each safe vantage point.
- You receive a report with the likely source, photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Honest limits
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Putting the leak right
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Whether rotten timbers meet design loads
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Rooflights and dormers
- Flat roof details
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- The roof space
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Bachelor's Bump
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Bachelor's Bump, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
If you own a rental within reach of Three Oaks station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Shop and office owners around Priory Meadow Shopping Centre may find that water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast. Living close to Speckled Wood is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Bachelor's Bump is about 3 miles east of Hastings, in East Sussex. We survey roofs in Bachelor's Bump as part of our work across London and the South East. Bachelor's Bump is one of the places in East Sussex where we work. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
All of TN35 is covered for roof leak investigations. You will find streets like Mill Lane, Martineau Lane and Rye Road. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Guestling (1 mile north-east), Ore (1 mile south-west), Guestling Green (1 mile north-east), Friar's Hill (1 mile north-east) and Fairlight (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Hastings (3 miles west), Bexhill-on-Sea (7 miles west), St Leonards (4 miles south-west), Langney (14 miles south-west), Hollington (3 miles west) and Stone Cross (15 miles west).
Local landmarks in Bachelor's Bump
We work in homes and buildings around Ore Village Primary Academy, Buckswood School and The White Hart Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Three Oaks station, about 1.3 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Conquest Hospital (2.3 miles west) and Hastings Castle (2.4 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Questions from Bachelor's Bump
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bachelor's Bump?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover smaller places like Bachelor's Bump?
Yes. Bachelor's Bump is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Could my leak actually be condensation?
Condensation can look very like a leak. Widespread damp on the underside of the roof in cold weather, with blocked vents, suggests condensation. We check the pattern, take moisture readings and tell you which is more likely.
What’s in the report?
Written findings with photographs, covering the condition of the leaking roof, the defects we found and what we recommend, with the most urgent first where relevant. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Can you find a leak when it is not raining?
In most cases, yes. Damp materials can be found without rain. For leaks that only happen in certain storms, we report the most likely routes.
How much does a roof leak investigation cost in Bachelor's Bump?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it is agreed before booking.