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Roof Leak Investigation in Clanville
Roof leak investigations in Clanville from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Wet patches on loft insulation
Roof leak investigation in Clanville
Older homes have more places for water to get in. Worn lead, tired valley linings and blocked parapet outlets are frequent causes. If your home has a butterfly roof, the central valley gutter is a common culprit. We check parapets, valleys and flashings from every safe vantage point. Our report shows what we found, with photos. If you are worried about leaks that appear only in driving rain and staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flat roof details, the roof space and slate and tile slopes alike.
For a small place like Clanville, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It is useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Clanville (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof upstands and outlets
Outlets drain a flat roof. A blocked outlet leaves water standing, which tests every joint. We check outlets and the covering around them.
Valleys
A valley leak can appear well away from the valley inside. From inside the loft space, we follow the water’s route back.
Places near Clanville
Also in Clanville
Leaks and storm damage in Clanville
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
If you let a flat or house near Andover station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Take an older house close to St Margaret's Chapel: the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Clanville is about 4 miles north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Clanville can all book roof leak investigations. Across Hampshire, we cover Clanville and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
All of SP11 is covered for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Appleshaw (1 mile south-west), Redenham (1 mile west), Penton Mewsey (1 mile south-east), Chute Forest (1 mile north-west) and Penton Grafton (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Andover (4 miles south-east), Tidworth (5 miles west), Weeke (15 miles south-east), Ludgershall (4 miles west), Whitchurch (9 miles east) and East Anton (4 miles east).
Landmarks near Clanville
In Clanville, that means homes and buildings near The Lion pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Andover station, about 3.2 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Andover Museum (3.7 miles south-east) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (2.9 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep water away from lights and sockets
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
- Protect furniture and flooring under the leak
- Check whether pipes or tanks run near the stain
If the leak turns out to be condensation, the report says so, with recommendations on ventilation. That avoids roof work that wouldn’t help.
Have flashings and flat roofs looked at every few years. They’re where most leaks start, and catching wear early keeps water out.
Common roof problems in Clanville
Chimneys can let water in by several routes. Eroded pointing, cracked flaunching, failed flashings and open pots can all be responsible. The damp may appear on a chimney breast, a ceiling or in the loft.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
If you look after a building like Appleshaw St Peter's CofE Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Their insurance cover
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about one to two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Older roofs in small places like Clanville can have low, tight loft 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 pick a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We agree a date, including weekends.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Moisture detection and thermal imaging are used where your package includes them and they help.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Let us know about parking near the property
Book a survey
For a price for roof leak investigations in Clanville, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
What you can safely check yourself
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
What affects the cost of roof leak investigations
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How big the roof is
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What to tell us when you get in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it’s useful to mention:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- When you need the report by
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Clanville
Is my home in Clanville listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you come out to Clanville?
Yes, Clanville is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Is the repair included in the leak investigation?
Our job here is to trace the leak and explain it, and the repair is separate. With the report, a roofer knows exactly where to look.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.