Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof Leak Investigation in Dunbridge
Find out the condition of the leaking roof at your property in Dunbridge. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- An intermittent leak that shows no trace on the day
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
- A structural engineer’s report
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Rooflights and dormers
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Lead flashings
- Flat roof details
- Slate and tile slopes
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Dunbridge
Water is good at hiding where it gets in. It can run along a rafter, a batten or the underlay before it drips, so the stain on your ceiling is seldom right under the hole. We follow it back towards where it starts, one likely route at a time. A repair aimed only at the stain can miss the cause entirely. Finding the route first lets the repair go where it is needed. We survey lead flashings, rooflights and dormers and chimney stacks, and people most often book us about ceiling stains that grow after rain and wet patches high on an inside wall.
Being in a small place like Dunbridge makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. It’s useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Place
- Dunbridge (SO51)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there is safe access. All told, expect about 1–2 hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Older rural homes like those around Dunbridge can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- You pick a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We agree a date, including weekends.
- The investigation works from the stain back to the roof.
- Moisture detection and thermal imaging are used where your package includes them and they help.
- You get photos, the likely cause and clear recommendations.
Before the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Arrange a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Mention earlier attempts to fix the leak
- Take dated photos of the leak
- Write down the wind direction and rain when it leaks
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, while Premium includes one in person. It’s a chance to ask about anything in the report.
Check the loft after heavy rain, with care and a good torch. Look for drips, damp patches and stains on timbers. Take photos of anything that changes.
What affects the cost of roof leak investigations
We confirm the price for your roof before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- The size of the roof
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
What helps most when you contact us:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Wind, rain and roofs in Dunbridge
With Mottisfont Abbey about 0.7 miles north-east, Dunbridge sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Anyone responsible for a site like Awbridge Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. For landlords with property near Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Andrew, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Dunbridge is about 4 miles north-west of Romsey, in Hampshire. In Dunbridge, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Dunbridge is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of SO51 for roof leak investigations. Nearby, we also carry out roof leak investigations in Mottisfont (1 mile north-east), Kimbridge (1 mile south-east), Stonymarsh (1 mile north-east), Carter's Clay (1 mile south-west) and Lockerley (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (10 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles south-east), Andover (13 miles north), Totton (8 miles south), Chandler's Ford (8 miles south-east) and Hedge End (13 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Dunbridge
In Dunbridge, that means homes and buildings near The Bear And Ragged Staff Public House, among other places. Dunbridge has its own railway station: Mottisfont & Dunbridge station. Other landmarks nearby include Romsey Community Hospital (3.9 miles south-east) and King Johns House (3.5 miles south-east).
Different roofs, different checks
Slate and tile slopes
‘Nail fatigue’ is a common cause of slipped slates. One slipped slate can be enough to cause a leak.
Flat roof upstands and outlets
On a flat roof, a leak can show some distance from the split. Moisture readings and thermal imaging can help narrow it down where conditions suit.
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Why act early in Dunbridge
A leak near lights or wiring needs attention quickly. Keep away from any fitting that water is reaching. Then the source needs tracing. Around Dunbridge, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Dunbridge
How do I find out if my home in Dunbridge is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Dunbridge within the area you cover?
Yes, Dunbridge is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we will take it from there. We survey on any day of the week.
Could my leak actually be condensation?
It’s a common question. Leaks tend to follow wet weather and show in one place, while condensation is often spread out and worse in cold weather. The report explains which it looks like and what to do.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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.