Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Durford Wood, Hampshire
Roof leak investigations in Durford Wood, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Condensation that looks like a leak
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Durford Wood
Roof leaks rarely show up where you’d expect. It can run along a rafter, a batten or the underlay before it drips, so a ceiling stain is rarely directly below the cause. We follow it back towards where it starts. A repair aimed only at the stain can miss the cause entirely. Tracing the route first means any work can be aimed at the right place. We survey lead flashings, flat roof details and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are damp ceilings under a flat roof and damp patches next to the stack.
Many homes in small places like Durford Wood 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 written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Durford Wood (GU33, GU31)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Durford Wood
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand.
Landlords with a home close to Liss station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Durford Wood is about 3 miles north-east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. We carry out roof leak investigations for householders, landlords and businesses in Durford Wood and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Every address in GU33 and GU31 is covered for roof leak investigations. You’ll find streets such as Stodham Lane and Pruetts Lane, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include West Liss (1 mile north), Hill Brow (1 mile east), Liss (1 mile north), The Mint (2 miles north-east) and Liss Forest (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Havant (12 miles south), Horndean (10 miles south-west), Alton (9 miles north-west), Waterlooville (12 miles south-west), Petersfield (3 miles south-west) and Purbrook (13 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Durford Wood
Around Durford Wood, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Whistle Stop pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Liss station, roughly 1 mile north. Nearby you’ll also find Bear Museum (2.7 miles south-west) and Petersfield Community Hospital (2.8 miles south-west). Not far away are Wheatham Hill and Liss Riverside Railway Walk South.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
What happens on the day
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Rural addresses near Durford Wood can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You get in touch with details of the leak and any photos.
- 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.
- You receive a written report with photos showing the likely source and what needs attention.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
Roof by roof
Slate and tile slopes
Cracked mortar lets ridge and hip tiles move. Water then gets in along the top of the roof.
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual inspection of the stack, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection.
FAQs for Durford Wood
Do you cover Durford Wood?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Durford Wood is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Do you cover smaller places like Durford Wood?
Yes, Durford Wood 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 helps to know about access.
What should I do before you arrive?
Make sure the loft can be reached. Have any photos of the leak ready, and tell us about past repairs. Keep catching drips and keep water away from electrics.
Is thermal imaging part of a leak investigation?
It can, when the conditions are right. The best results come after a sunny day, on a dry roof with little wind. Damp areas can hold heat differently from dry ones. Its findings are confirmed with a moisture check.
How do I book a survey in Durford Wood?
Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it as you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Do you need a roof leak investigation in Durford Wood?
Many leaks begin at a flashing. Where a roof meets a chimney, a wall or a dormer, lead or mortar seals the joint. Once that seal cracks or lifts, water gets behind it, often well away from where it shows.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
Anyone responsible for a site like Liss Infant School will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Before you book anyone
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Their report turnaround times
- Their insurance cover
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
Prices for roof leak investigations in Durford Wood
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The roof’s overall size
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- What’s prompted the survey
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Durford Wood
Landlords, agents and building managers in Durford Wood and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps when budgeting.