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Bepton Common Roof Leak Investigation
An experienced roof surveyor for roof leak investigations in Bepton Common. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
Checking the roof from the ground
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
Roof leak investigation in Bepton Common: what you get
Most roof leaks start at a joint rather than the middle of a slope. Common entry points include chimney and wall flashings, valleys, parapet and box gutters, and the upstands and outlets on flat roofs. We check each likely route and follow the evidence. Chimneys, dormers and roof lights each add joints of their own. Each one is checked from wherever it is safe to see it. Typical surveys look at leaks that appear only in driving rain and damp on a chimney breast, across valleys and parapet gutters, rooflights and dormers and lead flashings.
Many homes in small places like Bepton Common face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Bepton Common (GU29)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a roof leak investigation in Bepton Common?
Valleys carry a lot of water. Worn lead, cracked linings or a build-up of leaves and moss can push water under the slates or tiles. The stain may appear well away from the valley itself.
Look out for signs like these:
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Damp underlay across a wide area
If you look after a building like Midhurst CofE Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Their report turnaround times
The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Rural addresses near Bepton Common can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You pick a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Where it is useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Advice
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Bepton Common
Historic houses such as Cowdray House, about 1.3 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Bepton Common goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Roman Catholic Church of Divine Motherhood, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Bepton Common, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it pays to find faults before guests do.
Bepton Common is about 8 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. Roofs in Bepton Common get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Sussex. Bepton Common is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
All of GU29 is covered for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Bepton Road and Severals Road, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Bepton Common: Midhurst (1 mile north-east), Cocking Causeway (1 mile south-east), Minsted (1 mile west), West Lavington (1 mile east) and Stedham (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Bognor Regis (13 miles south), Chichester (10 miles south), Littlehampton (15 miles south-east), Emsworth (12 miles south-west), Storrington (14 miles east) and Billingshurst (14 miles east).
What’s near Bepton Common
In Bepton Common, that means homes and buildings near St Margaret's Convent, The Royal Oak Public House and Midhurst Rother College. A little further out are Midhurst Community Hospital (1.4 miles north-east) and Midhurst Museum (1 mile north-east). Green spaces nearby include Levin Down and Iping and Stedham Commons.
FAQs for Bepton Common
Do you cover Bepton Common?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Bepton Common is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Bepton Common?
Yes, Bepton Common is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Why is not the leak directly above the stain?
Water follows the easiest path, not the shortest. 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 should I do before you arrive?
Keep a note of when it leaks. Move stored items away from the loft hatch. Keep away from any light or socket that water is reaching.
Will you definitely find the leak?
Not every leak can be pinned down in a single visit. Most leave clues we can follow, but some only appear in certain weather. The report sets out what we found and the most likely routes.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before you book. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Can thermal imaging help find my roof leak?
We use thermal imaging where it helps, and it’s part of the Premium Survey. It shows temperature differences, not water itself, so anything it suggests is checked with moisture readings.
What affects the cost of roof leak investigations
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- House, block, shop or office
- The roof’s overall size
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Booking your survey
We’ll usually ask about:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
For landlords and managing agents
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
What this survey can’t tell you
It helps to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- Whether rotten timbers meet design loads
- Leaks from plumbing, tanks or pipework rather than the roof
- An intermittent leak that shows no trace on the day
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Bepton Common
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Rooflights and dormers
- Lead flashings
- Flat roof details
- Slate and tile slopes
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks