Reading · London and the South East
Roof Leak Investigation in Dunsden Green
Tracing where water is getting into your roof for Dunsden Green, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
Landlords, agents and block managers in Dunsden Green
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Dunsden Green. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
Roof leak investigation in Dunsden Green
The aim is to find where the water is getting in and explain it. The report shows, with photos, where we believe the water gets in and how it travels, and recommends what should be done. It gives any roofer a clear brief. We find and report the source, and the repair itself is a separate job. We survey flat roof details, the roof space and chimney stacks, and people most often book us about water coming in around a roof light or dormer and brown rings on upstairs ceilings.
Many homes in small places like Dunsden Green face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
What you get is a clear record of the leaking roof on the day we saw it. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Dunsden Green (RG4)
- Wider area
- Reading
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely. The survey normally takes about 1–2 hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Around Dunsden Green, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- You tell us where the water appears, when, and what the weather was doing.
- We examine the damp area and the rooms near it.
- From the roof space, we trace the water’s route where there is safe access.
- We inspect the likely entry points outside, from the ground, windows and the roof where safe.
- You receive a report with the likely source, photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Why get it checked now?
Wet insulation does not insulate well. A slow leak can soak it for months before a stain appears. Catching it early limits what has to be replaced. In a place like Dunsden Green, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
For a price for your roof in Dunsden Green, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book us in Dunsden Green
- Package prices that include VAT
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- An independent view of the roof
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof upstands and outlets
Upstands seal the edge of a flat roof where it meets a wall. A low or cracked upstand is a common way in.
Parapet and box gutters
A butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter. Problems there often show in the rooms on the top floor.
Leaks and storm damage in Dunsden Green
The wider area around Dunsden Green has a long history of building, with Greys Court about 3.9 miles north. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Living close to Ali's Pond Local Nature Reserve 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 Reading station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. For site and facilities teams at buildings like St Martin's Catholic Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Dunsden Green is about 1 mile north-east of Caversham, in Reading. We provide roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Dunsden Green. Our Reading coverage includes Dunsden Green.
Here we cover the RG4 postcode area for roof leak investigations. We also cover the places around Dunsden Green: Littlestead Green (1 mile west), Play Hatch (1 mile south), Caversham Park Village (1 mile south-west), Emmer Green (1 mile south-west) and Caversham (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Norcot (4 miles south-west), West Reading (4 miles south-west), Tilehurst Within (5 miles south-west), Shinfield (6 miles south), Arborfield Garrison (8 miles south) and Horncastle (5 miles south-west).
What’s near Dunsden Green
We work in homes and buildings around Ali's Pond Local Nature Reserve, Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre and The Flowing Spring pub. The nearest railway station is Reading station, about 2.6 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Royal Berkshire Hospital (2.8 miles south) and Berkshire Medical Heritage Centre Museum (2.8 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Sonning Hill and South Lake.
Dunsden Green: your questions answered
Will you come out to Dunsden Green?
Yes. Dunsden Green is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Is Dunsden Green in the area you cover?
Yes, Dunsden Green is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can a leak be traced on a dry day?
In many cases, yes. Stains, tide marks, damp timbers and moisture readings usually point the way. Intermittent leaks can be harder, so your photos and notes from wet days are very useful.
When does the report arrive?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Could my leak actually be condensation?
The two can look alike. Drips from nail tips, damp underlay over a wide area and poor loft ventilation point towards condensation. We check the pattern, take moisture readings and tell you which is more likely.
Useful tips for Dunsden Green property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Record whether it leaks in every downpour or only some
- Check the loft is accessible
- Mention earlier attempts to fix the leak
- Take dated photos of the leak
Your report arrives by email, with photos of what we found. 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.
Keep the loft space ventilated. Air movement keeps condensation down, which is often mistaken for a leak. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
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 helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.