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Roof leak investigation in Brooks Green, West Sussex
We carry out roof leak investigations in Brooks Green and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
About our roof leak investigation in Brooks Green
Our job is to find the likely source and tell you. You get a written report with photos showing the likely entry point and the route the water is taking, plus recommendations on what needs attention. Whoever does the work then has a clear starting point. The investigation finds and explains the cause, and the repair itself is a separate job. If you are worried about brown rings on upstairs ceilings and wet patches on loft insulation, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on the roof space, flat roof details and slate and tile slopes alike.
Being in a small place like Brooks Green 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, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Brooks Green (RH13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. All told, expect between one and two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Rural addresses near Brooks Green 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. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with what you’ve seen: where the stain is and when it gets worse.
- Inside, we check the damp area and the loft space above it.
- Likely entry points outside are checked, from flashings and valleys to gutters and outlets.
- Moisture readings and thermal imaging are used where they help.
- You receive a written report with photos showing the likely source and what needs attention.
Getting ready for the survey
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
To get a price for roof leak investigations in Brooks Green, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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Signs you need a roof leak investigation in Brooks Green
Valleys carry a lot of water. Worn lead, cracked linings or a build-up of leaves and moss can send that water under the coverings. Leaks from valleys often show up some distance away inside.
Common reasons to book include:
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
If you let a flat or house near Billingshurst station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
Landlord and commercial surveys in Brooks Green
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.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What affects the price in Brooks Green
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The size of the roof
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Every price we give includes VAT. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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What a roof leak investigation does not cover
A survey is a proper look at the leaking roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
- An intermittent leak that shows no trace on the day
- A structural engineer’s report
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roof details
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Rooflights and dormers
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Roof leak investigations in Brooks Green: local notes
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is 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.
If you look after a building such as Barns Green Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Brooks Green is about 5 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Wherever you are in Brooks Green, we can carry out roof leak investigations at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Brooks Green is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for roof leak investigations. Crawley is in our area too.
All of RH13 is covered for roof leak investigations. That includes homes and businesses on Trout Lane, Woodland Avenue and Emms Lane and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Brooks Green, we cover Barns Green (1 mile north), Southwater (2 miles east), Itchingfield (2 miles north), Tower Hill (3 miles north-east) and Maplehurst (4 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (11 miles north-east), Horsham (5 miles north-east), Worthing (13 miles south), Haywards Heath (13 miles east), Burgess Hill (12 miles east) and Littlehampton (15 miles south-west).
Around Brooks Green
For rail, the closest station is Billingshurst station, roughly 2.6 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Horsham Hospital (4.7 miles north-east) and Christs Hospital School Museum (2.3 miles north-east). The countryside around Brooks Green includes Knepp Wildland.
Questions from Brooks Green
Is Brooks Green within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Is my home in Brooks Green listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Why is not the leak directly above the stain?
Because water travels. It can follow a timber or the underlay a long way first, so the stain may be some distance from where it gets in. We follow the route back instead of guessing.
Can a leak be traced on a dry day?
In many cases, yes. Stains, tide marks, damp timbers and moisture readings normally point the way. Some leaks only show in particular weather, so photos and notes from when it leaks help a lot.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
How much is a survey?
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.