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Coneyhurst Roof Leak Investigation
Tracing where water is getting into your roof for Coneyhurst and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Damp on a chimney breast
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Coneyhurst
Some ‘leaks’ aren’t leaks at all. In a badly ventilated roof space, condensation can form under the roof and drip, and the stains look much like a leak. Telling the two apart matters, because they need very different work. We check the pattern of damp, the weather and the ventilation before reaching a view. If you’re worried about damp walls below an overflowing gutter and drips in the loft during heavy rain, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Coneyhurst, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We look at 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.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Coneyhurst (RH14)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Wind, rain and roofs in Coneyhurst
Old Place Manor, about 4.8 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Coneyhurst. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
For landlords with property near Billingshurst station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Take a building like The Weald School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Coneyhurst is about 6 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We carry out roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Coneyhurst and the surrounding area. Our West Sussex coverage includes Coneyhurst. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in RH14 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Other places close to Coneyhurst include Billingshurst (2 miles north-west), Five Oaks (3 miles north), Newpound Common (3 miles north-west), The Haven (4 miles north) and Slinfold (5 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Crawley (13 miles north-east), Horsham (6 miles north-east), Worthing (13 miles south), Haywards Heath (14 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (14 miles south).
Near you in Coneyhurst
The closest station to Coneyhurst is Billingshurst station, roughly 1.2 miles north-west. A little further out are Christs Hospital School Museum (3.9 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Knepp Wildland.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Coneyhurst
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Lead flashings seal the joints at chimneys, walls and dormers. Lifted, split or slipped lead is a common cause, and for flashings that have been patched with bitumen.
Chimney stacks
We check the outside of the stack and the breast inside, and it is not a flue or gas safety check.
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes between one and two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Cottages and farmhouses around Coneyhurst often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- You get in touch with details of the leak and any photos.
- The visit starts indoors, at the stain and in the loft.
- Likely entry points outside are looked at, from flashings and valleys to gutters and outlets.
- Where it helps, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- We email a report with photos, the likely entry point and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Questions from Coneyhurst
Do you cover Coneyhurst?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you come out to Coneyhurst?
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.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when booking.
How do you tell a leak from condensation?
Condensation can look very like a leak. Drips from nail tips, damp underlay over a wide area and poor loft ventilation point towards condensation. We look at the pattern, take moisture readings and tell you which is more likely.
How should I prepare for the leak investigation?
Check the loft can be reached. Gather any photos and notes about when it leaks, and let us know about past repairs. In the meantime, catch the water and keep it clear of lights and sockets.
What will the report tell me?
A report with photos, explaining the condition of the leaking roof, any defects and our recommendations, by urgency where it matters. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We note visible signs like sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
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Practical tips
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look
- Catch drips in a bucket and protect the floor
- Tell us about any past repairs to the roof
Your report arrives by email, with photos of what we found. It sets out where we believe the water is getting in, how it’s travelling and what needs attention. 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. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles and debris on the ground are signs to act on. Prompt repairs stop gaps turning into leaks.
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Which survey package you book
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
For a price for roof leak investigations in Coneyhurst, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.