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East Worthing Roof Leak Investigation
Find out the condition of the leaking roof at your property in East Worthing. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
Tips from our surveys
Getting the most from a roof leak investigation starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Catch drips in a bucket and protect the floor
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
- Mention earlier attempts to fix the leak
- Let us know if there are tanks or pipes in the loft
Your report arrives by email, with photos of what we found. It sets out where we believe the water is getting in, how it’s travelling and what needs attention. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Air movement keeps condensation down, and condensation is a common false alarm. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
About our roof leak investigation in East Worthing
Our job is to find the likely source and tell you. 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. If you’ve noticed leaks below a flat extension roof and water coming in around a roof light or dormer, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Chimney stacks on older houses around places like East Worthing can let water in, at the flashings, the pointing or the mortar round the pots. Damp in a chimney breast can have more than one cause, so it is not always obvious where it starts. The stack, its flashings and the loft space beside it are all worth checking.
If any part of the leaking roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- East Worthing (BN11, BN14, BN15)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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What we look for on each type of roof
Slate and tile slopes
Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles let rain onto the underlay. Ageing felt eventually lets water through.
Parapet and box gutters
Linings, joints and outlets are inspected wherever it’s safe, and look for signs of past overflowing.
Roof leak investigations around East Worthing
East Worthing is within about 1 mile of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
If you live in an older home near St George's Church, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. For hotels and guest houses around East Worthing, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest, so it pays to find faults before guests do. Take a building like Lyndhurst Infant School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
East Worthing is about 2 miles south-west of Lancing, in West Sussex. Surveys in East Worthing work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at what can be seen safely, photographs and a clear written report. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Every address in BN11, BN14 and BN15 is covered for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer roof leak investigations to properties on Ham Road, Eldon Road and Ophir Road. Other places close to East Worthing include Sompting (1 mile north), Broadwater (1 mile north-west), Lancing (2 miles north-east), Offington (2 miles north-west) and Worthing (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (15 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles north-east), Littlehampton (8 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (4 miles north-east), Rustington (7 miles west) and Storrington (9 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in East Worthing
In East Worthing, that means homes and buildings near Davison Church of England High School for Girls, Half Brick pub and Beach House Park, among other places. East Worthing’s nearest station is East Worthing station, roughly 0.6 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Old Castle (2.1 miles north-west) and Museum of Sussex Folklore (2.1 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Lancing Ring and Widewater Lagoon.
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Height and safe access
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What happens on the day
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos. As for time on site, most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Being in a smaller place like East Worthing does not change how the visit works: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It’s useful to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- 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.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
FAQs for East Worthing
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Worthing?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is the coastal weather around East Worthing hard on roofs?
It can do. East Worthing is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
How do I book a survey in East Worthing?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Will I get photos?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
Why act early in East Worthing
A small drip today can be a bigger leak after the next storm. Each storm can open a gap a little more. An investigation now gives you time to plan the work. In an older home around East Worthing, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, and that is a much bigger job than the original defect.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Photos and a written report every time
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Surveys for landlords and agents in East Worthing
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant.