West Sussex · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Ellen's Green, West Sussex
Roof leak investigations in Ellen's Green, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
Tips from our surveys
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Note the weather when the leak shows
- Do not touch fittings that water is reaching
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
- Mention earlier attempts to fix the leak
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, and Premium includes an in-person consultation. You can ask us about anything that is not clear.
Plan a roof survey every few years. Flashings, valleys and flat roof details are frequent weak points, and catching wear early keeps water out.
How a roof leak investigation works in Ellen's Green
Flat roofs leak in their own ways. Splits, blisters, failed laps, worn upstands and blocked outlets are common causes. Standing water puts extra pressure on every weak point. We check both the covering and the room underneath to narrow it down. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are frequent sources of leaks. An ageing felt roof is a frequent culprit. We survey valleys and parapet gutters, lead flashings and the roof space, and people most often book us about water through the ceiling under a flat roof and drips in the loft during heavy rain.
Somewhere as small as Ellen's Green, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
The report records the leaking roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Ellen's Green (RH12)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Common questions in Ellen's Green
Do you cover Ellen's Green?
Yes, Ellen's Green is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is Ellen's Green within the area you cover?
Yes, Ellen's Green is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Do you use thermal imaging to find leaks?
It can, when the conditions are right. The best results come after a sunny day, on a dry roof with little wind. Wet insulation holds heat longer than dry, which can show up on the image. Its findings are confirmed with a moisture check.
Why is the stain in a different place from the leak?
Water follows the easiest path, not the shortest. On a pitched roof it frequently runs down a rafter before it shows. Following that route is what our investigation does.
How should I prepare for the leak investigation?
Clear the loft hatch so we can get into the roof space. Have any photos of the leak ready, plus details of past repairs. In the meantime, catch the water and keep it clear of lights and sockets.
How soon will I get the report?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
How the survey works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes about one to two hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere like Ellen's Green needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- Inside, we look at the stain and the ceiling around it.
- In the loft, we follow any signs of water back towards the roof.
- We inspect the likely entry points outside, from ground level, windows and the roof where safe.
- We email a written report showing where the water most likely gets in.
Preparing for the visit
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
Wind, rain and roofs in Ellen's Green
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so check with the council. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
For any home in Ellen's Green, it’s the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right. For landlords with property near Warnham station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Ellen's Green is about 5 miles north-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Ellen's Green is one of many places we visit across West Sussex. Ellen's Green is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof leak investigations: RH12. We also cover the places around Ellen's Green: Walliswood (2 miles north-east), Mayes Green (2 miles north), Ewhurst Green (3 miles north), Ewhurst (3 miles north) and Cranleigh (4 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (10 miles east), Horsham (5 miles south-east), Broadfield (9 miles east), Storrington (13 miles south), Billingshurst (6 miles south) and Bewbush (9 miles east).
Around Ellen's Green
Ellen's Green’s nearest station is Warnham station, about 4 miles east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Horsham Hospital (4.8 miles south-east). Open spaces near Ellen's Green include Warnham LNR and Vann Lake.
For landlords and managing agents
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What this survey cannot tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Leaks from plumbing, tanks or pipework rather than the roof
- Leaks that only appear in weather we can’t recreate
- The repair itself (the investigation finds and reports the cause)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roof details
- Rooflights and dormers
- Chimney stacks
Checking the roof from the ground
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What we look for on each type of roof
Parapet and box gutters
Parapet and box gutters sit behind walls or inside the roof. A blocked outlet sends water over the lining and into the building.
Slate and tile slopes
Ridge and hip tiles can loosen as their mortar cracks. Water then gets in along the top of the roof.