Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Broad Oak, Hampshire
Find out what’s going on with the leaking roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out roof leak investigations in Broad Oak.
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
What this survey can’t tell you
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
- Whether rotten timbers meet design loads
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- The roof space
- Flat roof details
- Slate and tile slopes
- Rooflights and dormers
About our roof leak investigation in Broad Oak
Flat roofs leak in their own ways. 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 to narrow it down. Leaks under flat extension, garage and dormer roofs are common. An ageing felt roof is a frequent culprit. If you’ve noticed condensation that looks like a leak and water coming in around a roof light or dormer, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Broad Oak, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
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.
- Place
- Broad Oak (RG29)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes between one and two hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Around Broad Oak, 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 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
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Why it’s worth a survey now in Broad Oak
A leak that returns after a repair usually means the real source wasn’t found. A careful investigation looks at every likely route, not just the obvious one. That is frequently what breaks the cycle. For an older or listed building in a place like Broad Oak, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why us?
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
Tips from our surveys
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Mention any plumbing above the damp area
- Don’t touch fittings that water is reaching
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look
If the leak turns out to be condensation, the report says so, and suggest how the loft space could be better ventilated. That avoids roof work that wouldn’t help.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Pieces of slate or tile in the garden mean something has moved. Small faults dealt with quickly rarely become leaks.
What affects the price in Broad Oak
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Booking your survey
There’s no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Roof leak investigations in Broad Oak: local notes
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Anyone responsible for a site like Mayhill Junior School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. If you own a rental within reach of Winchfield station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near All Saints Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Broad Oak is about 4 miles west of Fleet, in Hampshire. In Broad Oak, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Broad Oak is one of the places in Hampshire we cover for roof leak investigations. There’s also a page for Reading.
We survey roofs across the RG29 postcode area for roof leak investigations. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Odiham (1 mile south-west), North Warnborough (1 mile west), Warnborough Green (2 miles west), Winchfield (2 miles north-east) and Greywell (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (8 miles west), Farnborough (7 miles east), Fleet (4 miles east), Aldershot (7 miles east), Alton (8 miles south) and Yateley (7 miles north-east).
Near you in Broad Oak
In Broad Oak, that means homes and buildings near The Waterwitch pub and Robert May's School. Broad Oak’s nearest station is Winchfield station, about 1.8 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include West Green House Agricultural Museum (2.9 miles north) and Hart Shopping Centre (3.8 miles east). Open spaces near Broad Oak include Fleet Pond Nature Reserve and Tundry Hill.
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Your questions about roof leak investigations in Broad Oak
Will you come out to Broad Oak?
Yes. Broad Oak is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Is Broad Oak in the area you cover?
Yes, Broad Oak is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Can a leak be traced on a dry day?
Frequently, yes. Leaks leave clues, such as staining, damp timber and moisture in materials. Intermittent leaks can be harder, so your photos and notes from wet days are very useful.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it when booking and we will explain what’s needed.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Broad Oak
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.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.