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Roof leak investigation in Cheriton, Hampshire
Not sure what state the leaking roof is in? You can book a roof leak investigation in Cheriton and across Hampshire, with plain-English findings.
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Staining around the chimney inside
Signs you need a roof leak investigation in Cheriton
Some water in the loft is not rain at all. Warm, moist air from the house rises into a cold roof space and condenses, particularly in lofts with blocked eaves. Drips from nails and damp underlay are typical signs.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Damp on a chimney breast
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
If you look after a building such as Cheriton Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Roof leak investigation in Cheriton
We use moisture detection and thermal imaging where they help. Moisture readings show which materials are wet. A thermal camera shows patterns of temperature rather than water, so its findings are checked with moisture readings. Thermal imaging is part of the Premium Survey, and moisture detection comes with Standard. The best thermal results come after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We survey rooflights and dormers, flat roof details and valleys and parapet gutters, and the problems we are asked to look at most are water dripping from rafters or underlay and drips from nail tips in a cold loft.
For a small place like Cheriton, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Cheriton (SO24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
The survey, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Older rural homes like those around Cheriton can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- 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 roof space, we trace the water’s route where there’s 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
Getting a price
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Cheriton
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.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Cheriton. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
What we can’t see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- An intermittent leak that shows no trace on the day
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- A structural engineer’s report
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Rooflights and dormers
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roof details
FAQs for Cheriton
Is my home in Cheriton listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Cheriton?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
What’s in the report?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photographs throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Could my leak actually be condensation?
Condensation can look very like a leak. Widespread damp on the underside of the roof in cold weather, with blocked vents, suggests condensation. We check the pattern, take moisture readings and tell you which is more likely.
How do I book a survey in Cheriton?
To arrange a survey, ring 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 agree a day with you.
Roof leak investigations in Cheriton: local notes
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. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. Hinton Ampner House, about 0.8 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Cheriton. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
Take an older house close to Church of St Michael: the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Cheriton is about 7 miles east of Winchester, in Hampshire. We visit Cheriton as part of our work across Hampshire, for homes and businesses alike. Cheriton is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
All of SO24 is within our area for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer roof leak investigations to properties on Lower Lamborough Lane, Raebarn Close and Markall Close. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Hinton Ampner (1 mile east), Beauworth (2 miles south-west), Bramdean (2 miles east), New Alresford (2 miles north) and Bishop's Sutton (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (15 miles north), Winchester (7 miles west), Havant (15 miles south-east), Eastleigh (10 miles south-west), Fareham (14 miles south) and Horndean (12 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Cheriton
We work in homes and buildings around The Flowerpots Inn, among other places. Open spaces near Cheriton include Beacon Hill and Shutts Copse.
Tips that help
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Take dated photos of the leak
- Have an electrician check any wet fittings
- Check whether pipes or tanks run near the stain
- Write down the wind direction and rain when it leaks
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.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles and debris on the ground are signs to act on. Small faults dealt with quickly rarely become leaks.