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Balcombe Roof Leak Investigation
Roof leak investigations in Balcombe, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Balcombe
Leaks tend to begin where one part of a roof meets another. Common entry points include chimney and wall flashings, valleys, parapet and box gutters, and the upstands and outlets on flat roofs. Each of these is checked in turn and follow the evidence. Every chimney, dormer and roof light adds more joints to check. Each one is looked at from wherever it’s safe to see it. We are frequently asked to look into leaks at a dormer or roof window and damp ceilings under a flat roof, on rooflights and dormers, slate and tile slopes and valleys and parapet gutters.
Roofs in small places like Balcombe often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Balcombe (RH17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Balcombe
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.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
How the survey works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. The survey normally takes between one and two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a small place like Balcombe, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us where the water shows and when it appears.
- Inside, we check the damp area and the loft space above it.
- Likely entry points outside are looked at, from flashings and valleys to gutters and outlets.
- Where it helps, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- Your report sets out where the water is most likely getting in, with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Booking a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
Balcombe: your questions answered
Is my home in Balcombe listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you cover Balcombe?
Yes, Balcombe is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
How quickly is the report sent?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We point out what can be seen, such as sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
How do you tell a leak from condensation?
Many apparent leaks turn out to be condensation. Leaks tend to follow wet weather and show in one place, while condensation is often spread out and worse in cold weather. The report explains which it looks like and what to do.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it is safe. We inspect what can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
Why is the stain in a different place from the leak?
Rain that gets in will run along whatever it lands on. On a pitched roof it often runs down a rafter before it finds a way through the ceiling. Following that route is what our investigation does.
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
Signs you need a roof leak investigation in Balcombe
Some water in the loft isn’t rain at all. Warm, moist air from the house rises into a cold roof space and condenses, particularly in lofts with blocked eaves. Drips from nails and damp underlay are typical signs.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Before you book anyone
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- How soon the report will arrive
- Will the report include photos?
Nearby places to Balcombe
Also in Balcombe
Roof leak investigations in Balcombe: local notes
With Tyes Place about 2.1 miles south-west, Balcombe sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Take a building like Balcombe CofE Controlled Primary School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. For landlords with property near Balcombe station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Balcombe is about 4 miles north of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Balcombe and the rest of West Sussex. Our West Sussex coverage includes Balcombe.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof leak investigations: RH17. That includes homes and businesses on London Road, Stockcroft Road and Deanland Road. You will find Balcombe on the B2036, which makes it straightforward to reach. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Balcombe Lane (1 mile north), Brook Street (2 miles south), Staplefield (2 miles south-west), Worth Abbey (3 miles north) and Whitemans Green (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Crawley (5 miles north-west), Horsham (8 miles west), Haywards Heath (4 miles south), Burgess Hill (7 miles south), East Grinstead (7 miles north-east) and Broadfield (4 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Balcombe
Balcombe has its own railway station: Balcombe station. Nearby you’ll also find Princess Royal Hospital (4.9 miles south) and Cuckfield Museum (3.5 miles south). For a walk, there’s Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow and Tilgate Lake.
Prices for roof leak investigations in Balcombe
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The roof’s overall size
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- When you need the report by
- The property’s address and postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
- What made you get in touch
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
What we look for on each type of roof
Parapet and box gutters
Hidden gutters run behind parapets or between roofs. A blocked outlet sends water over the lining and into the building.
Chimney stacks
A stack has several possible ways in for rain. Each is checked from each safe vantage point.