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Roof leak investigation in Boxford, West Berkshire
Know where you stand with the leaking roof before you spend money on it. We carry out roof leak investigations in Boxford.
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
- Water that shows only in certain storms
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Boxford
We use moisture detection and thermal imaging where they help. Moisture readings show which materials are wet. Thermal imaging shows temperature differences that can point to wet areas, not water itself, so we confirm what it suggests with moisture readings. Thermal imaging is part of the Premium Survey, and moisture detection comes with Standard. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, on a dry roof with little wind. We are frequently asked to look into staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall and ceiling stains that grow after rain, across lead flashings, the roof space and rooflights and dormers.
Being in a small place like Boxford makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Where
- Boxford (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
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. That is often what breaks the cycle. In a place like Boxford, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why us?
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Wind, rain and roofs in Boxford
About 2.5 miles south lies Benham Park, a reminder of how long the area around Boxford has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
For landlords with property near Kintbury station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Boxford is about 4 miles north-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Anywhere in Boxford, we can carry out roof leak investigations at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across West Berkshire. Reading is in our area too.
Roof leak investigations in RG20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include School Lane and Winterbourne Road. We also cover the places around Boxford: Wickham Heath (1 mile south-west), Winterbourne (2 miles east), Stockcross (2 miles south), Bagnor (3 miles south-east) and North Heath (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Newbury (4 miles south-east), Thatcham (6 miles south-east), Burghfield Common (14 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles south-east), Hungerford (6 miles west) and Calcot (14 miles east).
Around Boxford
We work in homes and buildings around The Bell pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Boxford is Kintbury station, about 3.9 miles south-west. A little further out are British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (3.8 miles south-east) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (4.6 miles south-east). Not far away are Sole Common Pond.
Common questions in Boxford
Will you come out to Boxford?
Yes, Boxford is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Boxford?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
What do I do with the report?
The report arrives by email, with photographs and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. Photographs are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report.
How much does a roof leak investigation cost in Boxford?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Can you find a leak when it is not raining?
Frequently, yes. Stains, tide marks, damp timbers and moisture readings usually point the way. Some leaks only show in particular weather, so photos and notes from when it leaks help a lot.
The survey, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes between one and two hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Boxford often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- You let us know where the water shows and when it appears.
- We check the stain, the ceiling and the loft above it.
- We check the likely entry points outside, like flashings, valleys, chimneys and gutters.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets in another room
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Find any records of previous roof work
How to book
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Boxford
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
Different roofs, different checks
Valleys
Valleys collect water from two roof slopes. Worn or split linings and slipped valley tiles let it under the coverings.
Parapet and box gutters
Some older terraces have a butterfly roof with a valley gutter in the middle. Problems there often show in the rooms on the top floor.
Signs you need a roof leak investigation in Boxford
Some water in the loft is not rain at all. Warm, moist air from the house rises into a cold roof space and condenses, especially where ventilation is poor. Wet nail tips and damp underlay over a wide area are classic signs.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Damp on a chimney breast
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
Take an older house close to Parish Church of St Andrew: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What experience they bring