Hampshire · London and the South East
Bashley Roof Leak Investigation
Not sure what state the leaking roof is in? We carry out roof leak investigations in Bashley and across Hampshire, with plain-English findings.
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Staining around the chimney inside
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
Roof leak investigation in Bashley: what you get
On a flat roof, water can travel a long way under the covering. Splits, blisters, failed laps, worn upstands and blocked outlets are common causes. Standing water puts extra pressure on every weak point. We check both the covering and the room underneath. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are frequent sources of leaks. An ageing felt roof is a frequent culprit. We survey flat roof details, slate and tile slopes and the roof space, and common reasons people get in touch are damp underlay across a wide area and damp patches next to the stack.
Somewhere as small as Bashley, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. We look at what can safely be seen and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Bashley (BH25)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about one to two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Older roofs in small places like Bashley can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- We examine the damp area and the rooms near 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 every safe viewpoint.
- You receive a report with the likely source, photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Booking a survey
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Bashley
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 with budgets and planning.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Prices for roof leak investigations in Bashley
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- How big the roof is
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Bashley: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bashley?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is the coastal weather around Bashley hard on roofs?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
What’s in the survey report?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. Points are put by urgency where it matters.
How do you tell a leak from condensation?
The two can look alike. 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.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when booking.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest.
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When to book a survey in Bashley
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, and splits, blisters and lifting laps let water in. Upstands and outlets are common weak points.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
If you let a flat or house near New Milton station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Their report turnaround times
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Bashley
Bashley is within about 3 miles of the coast, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Driving rain off the sea can be pushed into gaps that stay dry in calmer weather, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Highcliffe Castle, about 3.5 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Bashley. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Anyone responsible for a site like Ballard School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. Take an older house close to St John: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Bashley is in Hampshire. We provide roof leak investigations for householders, landlords and businesses in Bashley and the surrounding area. Across Hampshire, we cover Bashley and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
We survey roofs across BH25 for roof leak investigations. Local streets include St Johns Road, Ossemsley South Drive and Bashley Road. If you’re just outside Bashley, we cover Ossemsley (1 mile north-west), Wootton (1 mile north-west), Ashley (1 mile south-east), Tiptoe (1 mile east) and Mead End (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Totton (12 miles north-east), Lymington (5 miles east), Hythe (13 miles north-east), Ringwood (7 miles north-west), Dibden Purlieu (12 miles north-east) and Marchwood (12 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Bashley
In Bashley, that means homes and buildings near The Arnewood School, The Rising Sun pub and Tiptoe Primary School and the streets around them. The closest station to Bashley is New Milton station, about 1.3 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Lymington New Forest Hospital (5 miles east) and Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (0.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Bashley include Milford on Sea LNR.
Roof by 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.
Valleys
Stains from a valley leak often show some distance off. We trace the route from the loft where there’s safe access.
Checking the roof from the ground
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.