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Roof leak investigation in Church Crookham, Hampshire
Roof leak investigations in Church Crookham from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Wet patches on loft insulation
Roof leak investigation in Church Crookham: what you get
Older homes have more places for water to get in. Lead flashings crack or lift, valley linings wear and parapet gutters overflow when outlets block. A central valley gutter on a butterfly roof often turns out to be the source in heavy rain. Parapet walls and their gutters are checked from wherever it is safe. The findings are recorded with photos. If you are worried about condensation that looks like a leak and wet patches high on an inside wall, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Church Crookham, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Church Crookham (GU52, GU51)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Take dated photos of the leak
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Mention earlier attempts to fix the leak
- Clear the loft hatch so we can get in
If condensation is the cause, we explain it, and suggest how the roof space could be better ventilated. That avoids roof work that wouldn’t help.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Air movement keeps condensation down, and condensation is a common false alarm. Make sure insulation does not block airflow at the eaves.
Towns and villages near Church Crookham
Also in Church Crookham
What you can safely check yourself
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Questions from Church Crookham
How do I find out if my home in Church Crookham is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you come out to Church Crookham?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
How soon will I get the report?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. All of them come by email.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How do I book a survey in Church Crookham?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we will suggest the right survey. We survey on any day of the week.
Wind, rain and roofs in Church Crookham
The wider area around Church Crookham has a long history of building, with Farnham Castle about 3.5 miles south. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
If you run a business near Hart Shopping Centre, water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast. If you live near a park like Basingbourne Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. For an older house near a landmark such as Fleet Spiritualist Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Church Crookham is about 1 mile south-east of Fleet, in Hampshire. Bookings from Church Crookham are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Church Crookham is one of the places in Hampshire we cover for roof leak investigations. Guildford is in our area too.
Every address in GU52 and GU51 is covered for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on New Road, Grove Road and Gravel Road or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Church Crookham: Fleet (1 mile north-west), Crookham Village (2 miles west), Ewshot (2 miles south), Elvetham Heath (2 miles north-west) and Warren Corner (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (12 miles west), Farnborough (3 miles north-east), Aldershot (3 miles south-east), Alton (11 miles south-west), Yateley (5 miles north) and Tadley (15 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Church Crookham
We work in homes and buildings around School, Basingbourne Park and The Foresters Inn. For rail, the closest station is Fleet station, roughly 1.6 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Farnham Castle (3.5 miles south) and Royal Army Dental Corps Historical Museum (3.1 miles east). Not far away are Aunt's Pool and Aunt's Pool Hill.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Wherever a roof meets a wall or stack, a flashing keeps rain out. We check for lead that has lifted, split or slipped, and for flashings that have been patched with bitumen.
Flat roof upstands and outlets
Upstands seal the edge of a flat roof where it meets a wall. If it’s too low, cracked or poorly dressed, water gets behind it.
What we cannot see
It is a careful look at the leaking roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Whether rotten timbers meet design loads
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- The roof space
- Rooflights and dormers
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roof details
- Lead flashings
Why it’s worth a survey now in Church Crookham
Wet insulation does not insulate well. Insulation can soak up water quietly before anything shows below. The sooner the cause is found, the less needs replacing. Outbuildings and barns around Church Crookham are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What you get with us
- Package prices that include VAT
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- An independent view of the roof
- PI and public liability insurance
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Somewhere as small as Church Crookham, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You tell us where the water appears, when, and what the weather was doing.
- Inside, we check the stain and the ceiling around it.
- From the roof space, we trace the water’s route where there is safe access.
- We inspect the likely entry points outside, from ground level, windows and the roof where safe.
- You receive a report with the likely source, photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Keep pets in another room
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.