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Roof Leak Investigation in Epsom
Tracing where water is getting into your roof in Epsom, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Damp on a chimney breast
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
About our roof leak investigation in Epsom
A leak that comes and goes can be the hardest to pin down. Driving rain from one direction, melting snow or a gutter that overflows in a downpour can all set it off. Notes on when it leaks, and what the weather was doing, help us and so do photos. Even on a dry day, a leak typically leaves clues: stained timbers, tide marks and damp underlay. Moisture readings show where materials are still wet. Common reasons to book are water marks that spread in wet weather and a leak that comes and goes with the weather, across slate and tile slopes, lead flashings and the roof space.
When a storm passes over a town like Epsom, loose tiles, slates and ridges are the first to move. What counts as a storm depends on your policy; many use gusts of around 55 mph. A report setting out the damage, with photos, helps you explain what you’ve found, whether to an insurer or a roofer. Because wear and tear is normally excluded, the age of any damage matters.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Epsom (KT19, KT18, KT17)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price roof leak investigations
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The size of the roof
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
All our prices include VAT. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What to let us know when you contact us
There is no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- 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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Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Write down the wind direction and rain when it leaks
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
- Tell us about any past repairs to the roof
- Catch drips in a bucket and protect the floor
If there are several possible sources, we list them in order of likelihood. We say which items need prompt attention, so you know what to deal with first.
Have flashings and flat roofs looked at every few years. Flashings, valleys and flat roof details are frequent weak points, and catching wear early keeps water out.
What we do, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a report with photographs, emailed to you. As for time on site, most surveys take between one and two hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In Epsom, parking is rarely complicated, though it’s useful to know about driveways or restrictions. We check the roof from ground level and from windows, then from the loft where there is safe access, and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- We help you choose the package that suits the leak.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Where it’s useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- You get photos, the likely cause and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book.
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Damp on a chimney breast inside often starts at the top of the stack. Unused flues with open pots can let rain straight in.
Lead flashings
A leak at a flashing often shows some way from the joint. That is why we check the flashings near a stain, not just the one directly above.
Epsom: your questions answered
Is my home in Epsom listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
What do I need to do before a survey in Epsom?
Mostly, it’s about access: the loft hatch, any locked gates and where to park in Epsom. It also helps to know about any leaks or earlier repairs.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
How long does a roof leak investigation take?
On site, it typically takes about one to two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Report times depend on the package.
Is the repair included in the leak investigation?
This service finds and reports the cause, and the repair is separate. With the report, a roofer knows exactly where to look.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Why it is worth a survey now in Epsom
Damp in a ceiling or loft can lead to mould. It’s unpleasant, and it is harder to deal with once established. Finding the leak comes first. Roof faults found early can be planned for, while one found after water comes through normally has to be dealt with in a hurry.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You will know the price for the job before booking.
Why book us in Epsom
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Leaks and storm damage in Epsom
About 1.3 miles north-east lies Fitznells Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Epsom has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you let a flat or house near Epsom station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. For an older house near a landmark like St. Barnabas Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. Shop and office owners around The Ashley Centre may find that a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters.
Epsom is about 12 miles south of Kensington, in Surrey. Epsom is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Across Surrey, we cover Epsom. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Here we cover the KT19, KT18 and KT17 postcode area for roof leak investigations. If you need a roof leak investigation at a property on High Street, Upper High Street and Church Road or anywhere close by, we can help. With the A24 and B280 close by, Epsom is simple for us to get to for roof leak investigations. We also cover Ewell (1 mile north-east), North Looe (1 mile east), Horton (1 mile north-west), Epsom Downs (1 mile south-east) and Langley Vale (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Guildford (15 miles south-west), Woking (13 miles west), Horley (12 miles south), Redhill (8 miles south-east), Egham (14 miles north-west) and Reigate (7 miles south-east). Epsom is among the bigger towns we cover in Surrey.
What’s near Epsom
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Wellington Public House, Rosebery School and Epsom Common, among other places. Epsom has its own railway station: Epsom station. Well-known places in the area include The Ashley Centre (less than half a mile south) and Cockney Museum (2.1 miles north-east). The countryside around Epsom includes The Lake and Bonesgate Open Space.