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Roof leak investigation in Broughton, Buckinghamshire
Find out what’s going on with the leaking roof before you spend money on it. We carry out roof leak investigations in Broughton.
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Water that shows only in certain storms
What you can safely check yourself
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
About our roof leak investigation in Broughton
Some ‘leaks’ aren’t leaks at all. In a badly ventilated roof space, condensation can form under the roof and drip, and the stains look much like a leak. Knowing which it is means the right fix can be done, since the cure for one won’t solve the other. The pattern of the damp, the ventilation and the timing all help us decide. Typical surveys look at water through the ceiling under a flat roof and water marks that spread in wet weather, across chimney stacks, flat roof details and slate and tile slopes.
Older cottages and houses around Broughton may have roofs with little or no underlay. Once the slates or tiles let water past, there is little to stop it reaching the ceiling. Finding where it gets in, and whether it is old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are often the first clues.
Where we cannot see part of the leaking roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Broughton (HP22)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take between one and two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. A visit to a smaller place like Broughton is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It is useful to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We start with what you’ve seen: where the stain is and when it gets worse.
- We check the stain, the ceiling and the loft above it.
- We check the likely entry points outside, such as flashings, valleys, chimneys and gutters.
- Moisture readings and thermal imaging are used where they help.
- We email a report with photographs, the likely entry point and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
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Broughton roofs and the weather
A number of Buckinghamshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Take an older house close to Church of St James: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. Take a building like Bierton Church of England Combined School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Broughton is about 2 miles east of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. We visit Broughton as part of our work across Buckinghamshire. Our area takes in places right across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Milton Keynes page.
All of HP22 is covered for roof leak investigations. That includes homes and businesses on Nutmeg Close, Foxtail Close and Herald Street and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Broughton, we cover Burcott (1 mile north-west), Broughton Crossing (1 mile west), Bierton (1 mile north-west), Bedgrove (1 mile south) and Turnfurlong (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include High Wycombe (14 miles south), Chesham (10 miles south-east), Buckingham (15 miles north-west), Amersham (13 miles south-east), Princes Risborough (7 miles south) and Haydon Hill (3 miles west).
Landmarks near Broughton
Around Broughton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Dog House, Stocklake Park Community School and Aylesbury Grammar School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Aylesbury station, roughly 2 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Friars Square (1.9 miles west) and Roald Dahl Children's Gallery (1.9 miles west). The countryside around Broughton includes Dancersend Nature Reserve and Haddington Hill.
How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys
Leaves and moss build up in valleys and hold water back. During a downpour, water can back up under the coverings.
Chimney stacks
Water that gets in at the top can show up lower down. Open, unused pots let rain fall down the flue.
What this survey cannot tell you
A survey is a proper look at the leaking roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- What’s under the covering or behind the plaster
- The repair itself (the investigation finds and reports the cause)
- A structural engineer’s report
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- The roof space
- Rooflights and dormers
- Flat roof details
Common questions in Broughton
Will you come out to Broughton?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Do you cover Broughton?
Yes, Broughton is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Broughton as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we are not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Can you trace a leak in dry weather?
In many cases, 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.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
How do I arrange a roof leak investigation in Broughton?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Does the investigation include the repair?
A leak investigation finds and reports the likely source. The repair itself is a separate job. The report shows where the water gets in and what should be done.
When to book a survey in Broughton
A roof valley collects the rain from two slopes. 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.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Damp on a chimney breast
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
For landlords with property near Aylesbury station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- What happens after the report arrives
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What experience they bring
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Have an electrician check any wet fittings
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
- Put a bucket under the drip and move valuables
- Let us know what has already been tried
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, and Premium includes an in-person consultation. It is a chance to ask about anything in the report.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Air movement keeps condensation down, and condensation is a common false alarm. Make sure insulation doesn’t block airflow at the eaves.