Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof Leak Investigation in Catisfield
Not sure what state the leaking roof is in? We carry out roof leak investigations in Catisfield and across Hampshire.
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
We look at the outside of the stack and the breast inside, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection.
Valleys
Stains from a valley leak often show some distance off. We trace the route from the loft where there’s safe access.
About our roof leak investigation in Catisfield
We use moisture detection and thermal imaging where they help. Moisture detection confirms where timbers, plaster or insulation are damp. Thermal imaging shows temperature differences that can point to wet areas, not water itself, so we confirm what it suggests with moisture readings. Moisture detection is included in the Standard Survey, and thermal imaging in Premium. The best thermal results come after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We survey rooflights and dormers, the roof space and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall and water marks that spread in wet weather.
Older cottages and houses around Catisfield may have roofs with little or no underlay. Once the slates or tiles let water past, there’s 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.
What you get is a clear record of the leaking roof on the day we saw it. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Where
- Catisfield (PO15, PO14)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
What happens on the day
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from the ground, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. The survey normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Homes around Catisfield often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- You get in touch with details of the leak and any photos.
- Inside, we check the damp area and the roof space above it.
- Likely entry points outside are checked, from flashings and valleys to gutters and outlets.
- We use moisture detection, and thermal imaging where it’s useful.
- Your report sets out where the water is most likely getting in, with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
To get a price for roof leak investigations in Catisfield, ring 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Catisfield: your questions answered
Is my home in Catisfield listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Will you come out to Catisfield?
Yes, Catisfield is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How fast do I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us when booking.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Can you always find the source?
Not always, and we’ll be honest about that. Water can travel a long way, and some leaks only show in particular storms. If we cannot be sure, the report ranks the possible sources.
What’s the best way to book?
It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Mention any plumbing above the damp area
- Record whether it leaks in every downpour or only some
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Have an electrician check any wet fittings
Your report arrives by email. It explains the likely entry point, the route the water takes and our recommendations. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
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.
Roof leak investigations around Catisfield
Catisfield lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Take a building like Ranvilles Infant School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If you own a rental within reach of Fareham station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. Hotels and guest houses near Catisfield cannot easily close rooms for a leak, so it pays to find faults before guests do.
Catisfield is about 1 mile west of Fareham, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in Catisfield, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof leak investigations: PO15 and PO14. We cover properties on Mill Lane, Bradly Road and Harcourt Road. We also cover the places around Catisfield: Heathfield (1 mile east), Titchfield (1 mile west), Titchfield Park (1 mile north-west), Funtley (2 miles north-east) and Little Posbrook (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (15 miles north), Gosport (4 miles south-east), Havant (10 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles north-west), Horndean (10 miles north-east) and Totton (13 miles west).
What’s near Catisfield
In Catisfield, that means homes and buildings near Fishermans Arms and The Henry Cort Community College, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Fareham station, roughly 1.3 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Fareham Shopping Centre (1.9 miles east) and Knowle Hospital (2.2 miles north). For a walk, there’s Holly Hill Woodland Park and Portsdown Hill.
When you need someone else
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- The repair itself (the investigation finds and reports the cause)
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- Rooflights and dormers
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roof details
- The roof space
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Why get it checked now?
Wet insulation doesn’t insulate well. A slow leak can soak it for months before a stain appears. Catching it early limits what has to be replaced. Around Catisfield, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Every finding written up with photos
See what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.