Hampshire · London and the South East
Cottonworth Roof Leak Investigation
Roof leak investigations in Cottonworth and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Damp underlay across a wide area
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Cottonworth
We use moisture detection and thermal imaging where they help. Moisture detection confirms where timbers, plaster or insulation are damp. A thermal camera shows patterns of temperature rather than water, so we confirm what it suggests with moisture readings. Moisture detection is included in the Standard Survey, and thermal imaging in Premium. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, on a dry roof with little wind. We survey slate and tile slopes, the roof space and valleys and parapet gutters, and people most frequently book us about stains around a skylight and condensation that looks like a leak.
Somewhere as small as Cottonworth, 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.
The report records the leaking roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- Cottonworth (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the leaking roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit normally takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older rural homes like those around Cottonworth 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, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- You tell us where the water shows and when it appears.
- We look at the stain, the ceiling and the loft above it.
- Likely entry points outside are looked at, from flashings and valleys to gutters and outlets.
- Moisture readings and thermal imaging are used where they help.
- Your report sets out where the water is most likely getting in, with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Keep pets in another room
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Cottonworth
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask.
Living close to Longstock Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. If you own a rental within reach of Andover station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary the Less: water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Cottonworth is about 4 miles south of Andover, in Hampshire. We provide roof leak investigations for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Cottonworth and nearby. Across Hampshire, we cover Cottonworth and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Every address in SP11 is covered for roof leak investigations. If you are just outside Cottonworth, we cover Fullerton (1 mile south-west), Chilbolton (1 mile east), Wherwell (1 mile north-east), Wherwell Wood (1 mile north) and Leckford (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (9 miles south-east), Eastleigh (14 miles south), Andover (4 miles north), Chandler's Ford (12 miles south), Romsey (11 miles south) and Hyde (9 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Cottonworth
Typical jobs here are in homes near Longstock Park and Abbots Mitre pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Andover station, about 4.1 miles north. Nearby you will also find Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.4 miles north) and Andover Museum (3.8 miles north). Not far away are Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
Useful tips for Cottonworth property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Record whether it leaks in every downpour or only some
- Let us know about any past repairs to the roof
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
- Protect furniture and flooring under the leak
The report gives whoever carries out the work a clear starting point. The photos show the defects and where they are, so the repair is aimed at the cause.
Keep the loft space ventilated. Air movement keeps condensation down, which is often mistaken for a leak. Make sure insulation does not block airflow at the eaves.
Roof by roof
Parapet and box gutters
Parapet and box gutters sit behind walls or inside the roof. A blocked outlet sends water over the lining and into the building.
Flat roof upstands and outlets
Each flat roof relies on its outlets to drain. A blocked outlet leaves water standing, which tests every joint. Outlets and the area around them are checked.
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
When you need someone else
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- A structural engineer’s report
- A promise to find every leak on a single visit
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Flat roof details
- Rooflights and dormers
Why get it checked now?
Water damage grows the longer it is left. Damp spreads into rafters, ceilings and insulation. Finding the source early keeps the damage down. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
For a price for your roof in Cottonworth, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Cottonworth
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
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Your questions about roof leak investigations in Cottonworth
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Cottonworth?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Cottonworth?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, which makes the report easy to follow.
How long does the visit take?
It normally takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Why is the stain in a different place from the leak?
Water follows the easiest path, not the shortest. On a flat roof it can travel under the covering before it shows. Following that route is what our investigation does.
What should I do before you arrive?
Note when the leak appears and what the weather was doing. Clear access to the loft. If water is near any fittings, have an electrician check them.
How soon will I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us when booking.