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Roof leak investigation in Dunsbury, Isle of Wight
Not sure what state the leaking roof is in? We carry out roof leak investigations in Dunsbury and across the Isle of Wight.
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
- Staining around the chimney inside
- Stains around a skylight
Roof leak investigation in Dunsbury
Roof leaks rarely show up where you’d expect. 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. Patching the spot above the stain frequently misses the real cause. Tracing the route first means any work can be aimed at the right place. If you are worried about drips from nail tips in a cold loft and damp patches next to the stack, we can find out what’s behind it, on valleys and parapet gutters, chimney stacks and flat roof details alike.
Roofs in small places like Dunsbury often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Dunsbury (PO30)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Some roofs have mortar where you’d expect lead. Fillets crack and pull away over time, letting rain run behind the joint.
Parapet and box gutters
We check the linings, joints and outlets where we can see them safely, and look for signs of past overflowing.
Dunsbury roofs and the weather
Dunsbury is within about 1 mile of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can. Some villages on the Isle of Wight still have thatched roofs, and sea air and wind reach every part of the island. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
The streets around a church like St. Mary's Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Dunsbury is about 7 miles south-west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We carry out roof leak investigations in Dunsbury for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. We cover towns and villages across the Isle of Wight. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
All of PO30 is within our area for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Close by, we survey roofs in Brook (1 mile south), Hulverstone (1 mile south-east), Brookgreen (1 mile south-east), Shalcombe (1 mile north-east) and Chilton Green (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (7 miles north-east), Ryde (14 miles east), Cowes (9 miles north-east), Sandown (13 miles east), Shanklin (12 miles east) and Ventnor (12 miles east). Harder-to-reach addresses take a little more planning, so tell us where you are when you book.
What’s near Dunsbury
Well-known places in the area include Yarmouth Castle (3.9 miles north-west) and Calbourne Water Mill And Rural Museum (2.3 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Westover Down.
Also near Dunsbury
Also in Dunsbury
Landlords, agents and block managers in Dunsbury
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Questions from Dunsbury
Is my home in Dunsbury listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Dunsbury, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Dunsbury is within about 1 mile of the coast.
How should I prepare for the leak investigation?
Check the loft can be reached. Have any photos of the leak ready, and tell us about past repairs. In the meantime, catch the water and keep it clear of lights and sockets.
How much is a survey?
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT.
What’s in the survey report?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photographs throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
Is the repair included in the leak investigation?
A leak investigation finds and reports the likely source. The repair itself is a separate job. You get a report with photos showing where the water is getting in and what needs attention, which whoever carries out the work can follow.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs like deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Older roofs in small places like Dunsbury can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- You pick a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- 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
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Keep pets in another room
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Book a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Advice
Why it’s worth a survey now in Dunsbury
A small drip today can be a bigger leak after the next storm. Each storm can open a gap a little more. Tracing it now lets you plan the work rather than react to it. Around Dunsbury, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Signs you need a roof leak investigation in Dunsbury
Chimneys can let water in by several routes. Water can enter through crumbling mortar, cracked flaunching, worn flashings or uncapped pots. The damp may appear on a chimney breast, a ceiling or in the loft.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
With Mottistone Manor about 1.2 miles east, the area around Dunsbury has a long history. Older roofs in the area may have lead flashings, valleys and gutters that have been patched many times.
Before you book anyone
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What follow-up you get after the report
Practical tips
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Don’t touch fittings that water is reaching
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
- Check the loft is accessible
- Catch drips in a bucket and protect the floor
Your report arrives by email. It explains the likely entry point, the route the water takes and our recommendations. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Plan a roof survey every few years. They’re where most leaks start, and catching wear early keeps water out.