West Berkshire · London and the South East
Roof Leak Investigation in Catmore
An experienced roof surveyor for roof leak investigations in Catmore. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
- Stains around a skylight
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Catmore
Not every drip is a leak. In a badly ventilated roof space, condensation can form under the roof and drip, leaving marks that look just like rainwater. Telling the two apart matters, because they need very different work. The pattern of the damp, the ventilation and the timing all help us decide. Common reasons to book are damp patches next to the stack and wet patches on loft insulation, across lead flashings, the roof space and valleys and parapet gutters.
Somewhere as small as Catmore, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. We check everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Catmore (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Catmore: your questions answered
Do you cover Catmore?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and Catmore is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Is Catmore within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before you book, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Will you definitely find the leak?
We cannot promise to find every leak on one visit. Many leave clear signs, but intermittent leaks that need particular weather can be harder. The report sets out what we found and the most likely routes.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies.
How long will you be at the property?
The visit normally takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
What we cannot see
It helps to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Leaks from plumbing, tanks or pipework rather than the roof
- Putting the leak right
- An intermittent leak that shows no trace on the day
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- Flat roof details
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- The roof space
- Rooflights and dormers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
Wind, rain and roofs in Catmore
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Margaret, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. For any home in Catmore, it’s the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Catmore is about 6 miles south-east of Wantage, in West Berkshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Catmore can all book roof leak investigations, with a written report and photographs every time. Catmore is one of the places in West Berkshire we cover. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in RG20 is covered for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Farnborough (2 miles north-west), Brightwalton (2 miles west), Stanmore (2 miles south-east), Brightwalton Green (2 miles south-west) and West Ilsley (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (8 miles south), Thatcham (9 miles south-east), Burghfield Common (15 miles south-east), Speenhamland (8 miles south), Hungerford (10 miles south-west) and Calcot (14 miles south-east).
Before and after the survey
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look
- Clear the loft hatch so we can get in
- Catch drips in a bucket and protect the floor
- Don’t touch fittings that water is reaching
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes one in person. You can ask us about anything that is not clear.
Check the loft after heavy rain, with care and a good torch. Look for drips, damp patches and stains on timbers. Photograph anything new.
How we price roof leak investigations
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Damp in a ceiling or loft can lead to mould. Once mould takes hold, it is harder to clear. Stopping the water is the first step. Older and listed buildings around Catmore may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book us in Catmore
- A report with photos
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Visits on any day of the week
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
What else we do in Catmore
The survey, step by step
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 is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about one to two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Around Catmore, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You let us know where the water appears, when, and what the weather was doing.
- Inside, we look at the stain and the ceiling around it.
- From the loft space, we trace the water’s route where there is safe access.
- Outside, we check flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details from every safe vantage point.
- You receive a report with the likely source, photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Keep pets in another room
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Booking a survey
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.