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Roof leak investigation in Brook Street, West Sussex
Roof leak investigations in Brook Street from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
- Stains around a skylight
How a roof leak investigation works in Brook Street
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 look at the roof surface and the ceiling below. Leaks under flat extension, garage and dormer roofs are common. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, so age is part of the picture. We are often asked to look into water that shows only in certain storms and stains around a skylight, across chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and lead flashings.
Being in a small place like Brook Street makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the leaking roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Brook Street (RH17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Brook Street
Slipped or missing slates and tiles let rain reach the underlay. Old bitumen felt may cope for a while, but it tears and sags with age, while some very old roofs have nothing under the coverings. Corroded nails, known as ‘nail fatigue’, are a frequent cause on slate roofs.
Problems we come across often include:
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Damp on a chimney breast
Anyone responsible for a site like Holy Trinity Church of England Primary 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.
What to check before booking
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
Leave it or get it looked at?
Wet insulation doesn’t insulate well. Insulation can soak up water quietly before anything shows below. The sooner the cause is found, the less needs replacing. In a small place like Brook Street, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Prices that include VAT
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take about one to two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Rural addresses near Brook Street can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You tell us where the water appears, when, and what the weather was doing.
- We examine the damp area and the rooms near it.
- In the loft, we follow any signs of water back towards the roof.
- We inspect the likely entry points outside, from ground level, windows and the roof where safe.
- We email a written report showing where the water most likely gets in.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
What affects the price in Brook Street
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
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.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Towns and villages near Brook Street
Also in Brook Street
Brook Street roofs and the weather
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. About 1.3 miles south lies Ockenden Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Brook Street has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Landlords with a home close to Haywards Heath station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Brook Street is about 3 miles north-west of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Brook Street, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Roof leak investigations in RH17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you’re just outside Brook Street, we cover Whitemans Green (1 mile south), Cuckfield (1 mile south), Slough Green (1 mile west), Staplefield (2 miles north-west) and Balcombe (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Crawley (6 miles north), Horsham (8 miles west), Haywards Heath (3 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (5 miles south), East Grinstead (9 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles south-west).
What’s near Brook Street
Around Brook Street, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Warden Park School and Warden Park School. For rail, the closest station is Haywards Heath station, roughly 2 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Cuckfield Museum (1.2 miles south) and Waterbury Castle (4.6 miles east). Not far away are Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
For landlords and managing agents
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
- A promise to find every leak on a single visit
- Carrying out the fix
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Slate and tile slopes
- Rooflights and dormers
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roof details
Questions from Brook Street
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Brook Street?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Brook Street within the area you cover?
Yes. Brook Street is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details when you book.
How do I arrange a roof leak investigation in Brook Street?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
What will the report tell me?
A written report with photos, explaining the condition of the leaking roof, any defects and our recommendations, by urgency where it matters. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Can thermal imaging help find my roof leak?
Where conditions suit, it can. The best results come after a sunny day, on a dry roof with little wind. Damp areas can hold heat differently from dry ones. We always check what it shows with moisture readings.
When does the report arrive?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. Each one is emailed.