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Roof Leak Investigation in Burghfield
Tracing where water is getting into your roof across Burghfield, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
About our roof leak investigation in Burghfield
The aim is to find where the water is getting in and explain it. The report shows, with photos, where we believe the water gets in and how it travels, and recommends what should be done. Whoever does the work then has a clear starting point. The investigation finds and explains the cause, while the repair is a separate matter. If you’ve noticed damp underlay across a wide area and brown rings on upstairs ceilings, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a village or hamlet like Burghfield, 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, particularly to an insurer. We look at everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the leaking roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Burghfield (RG30)
- Wider area
- Reading
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Somewhere as small as Burghfield, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We help you choose the package that suits the leak.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Where it’s useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Arrange a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Nearby places to Burghfield
What else we do in Burghfield
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Burghfield
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. About 4.8 miles south-east lies Stratfield Saye House, a reminder of how long the area around Burghfield has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. If you look after a building such as Burghfield St Mary's C.E. Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Burghfield is about 4 miles south-west of Reading, in Reading. We carry out roof leak investigations in Burghfield for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across Reading, large and small.
Here we cover the RG30 postcode area for roof leak investigations. Whether your property is on Saxon Gate, Hazel Close and Willow Close or anywhere close by, we can help. If you’re just outside Burghfield, we cover Trash Green (1 mile north), Burghfield Hill (1 mile south), Sulhamstead Abbots (1 mile west), Sheffield Bottom (1 mile north-west) and Sulhamstead Bannister Upper End (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Caversham (6 miles north-east), Norcot (4 miles north), West Reading (4 miles north-east), Tilehurst Within (3 miles north), Shinfield (4 miles east) and Arborfield Garrison (7 miles east).
What’s near Burghfield
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Willink School, The Hatchgate pub and The Willink School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Theale station, roughly 1.9 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Thames Valley Police Museum (1.3 miles north-west) and Beaumys Castle (3.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Burghfield includes Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and Hosehill Lake.
Questions from Burghfield
Do you cover Burghfield?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in Burghfield is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How long will you be at the property?
Allow about one to two hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Do you look in the roof space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report. We’ll recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Write down the wind direction and rain when it leaks
- Put a bucket under the drip and move valuables
- Keep water away from lights and sockets
- Leave roof access to professionals
Keep the report after the work is done. If water appears again, it shows what was found before, which makes the next step quicker.
Plan a roof survey every few years. They’re where most leaks start, and catching wear early keeps water out.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Burghfield
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the leaking roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
What we look for on each type of roof
Valleys
A valley takes the rain from both sides of the roof. Worn or split linings and slipped valley tiles let it under the coverings.
Slate and tile slopes
On slate roofs, corroded nails let slates slip. One slipped slate can be enough to cause a leak, particularly in driving rain.
Why get it checked now?
Water damage grows the longer it’s left. Wet timbers start to decay, plaster softens and insulation stops working. Tracing it now means less to put right later. In a place like Burghfield, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why book with us
- Photos and a written report every time
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- An independent view of the roof
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Do you need a roof leak investigation in Burghfield?
Many leaks begin at a flashing. Lead or mortar closes the gap wherever a roof meets a wall, chimney or dormer. Once that seal cracks or lifts, water gets behind it, frequently well away from where it shows.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Damp on a chimney breast
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
Landlords with a home close to Theale station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Questions to ask before you book
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What happens after the report arrives