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Roof leak investigation in Barns Green, West Sussex
Not sure what state the leaking roof is in? We carry out roof leak investigations in Barns Green and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Barns Green
Our job is to find the likely source and tell you. The report shows, with photos, where we believe the water gets in and how it travels, plus recommendations on what needs attention. Whoever does the work then has a clear starting point. We find and report the source, while the repair is a separate matter. Typical surveys look at drips in the loft during heavy rain and damp underlay across a wide area, on the roof space, valleys and parapet gutters and chimney stacks.
For a small place like Barns Green, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It’s useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Barns Green (RH13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Note the weather when the leak shows
- Put a bucket under the drip and move valuables
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Do not touch fittings that water is reaching
The report gives whoever carries out the work a clear starting point. They’ll see exactly where the problem is, so the repair is aimed at the cause.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, particularly in autumn. Blocked outlets on parapet and flat roofs cause many leaks. Leave the clearing to someone with the right equipment.
Questions from Barns Green
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Barns Green?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Barns Green?
Yes. Barns Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Can you trace a leak in dry weather?
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.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
How do I book a survey in Barns Green?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we will take it from there. We survey seven days a week.
What we do, step by step
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit usually takes about 1–2 hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Around Barns Green, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We help you choose the package that suits the leak.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Moisture detection and thermal imaging are used where your package includes them and they help.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Tell us about parking before the day
How to book
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
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Leaks and storm damage in Barns Green
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
For landlords with property near Christs Hospital station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. If you look after a building like Barns Green Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Barns Green is about 4 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Barns Green is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex. You can also see our page for Crawley.
We cover every part of RH13 for roof leak investigations and the streets around it. We offer roof leak investigations to properties on The Hordens, Smugglers Way and Finians Field and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Brooks Green (1 mile south), Itchingfield (1 mile north), Southwater (2 miles east), Tower Hill (3 miles north-east) and Broadbridge Heath (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (10 miles north-east), Worthing (14 miles south), Haywards Heath (13 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles south-east), Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south) and Lancing (14 miles south).
Around Barns Green
Around Barns Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Queen's Head Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Christs Hospital station, about 1.9 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Horsham Hospital (4 miles north-east) and Christs Hospital School Museum (1.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Barns Green includes Knepp Wildland.
Why get it checked now?
A small drip today can be a bigger leak after the next storm. Each storm can open a gap a little more. An investigation now gives you time to plan the work. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Barns Green, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included.
What you get with us
- Prices that include VAT
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Photographs and a written report every time
- An independent look at the roof
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
What affects the price in Barns Green
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Which survey package you book
- Roof area
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
These details help when you contact us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- What’s under the covering or behind the plaster
- Putting the leak right
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Rooflights and dormers
- Flat roof details
- Chimney stacks