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Roof leak investigation in Farleigh, Surrey
Know where you stand with the leaking roof before you spend money on it. We carry out roof leak investigations in Farleigh.
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The roof’s overall size
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Farleigh
Some ‘leaks’ are not leaks at all. Condensation in a cold, poorly ventilated loft can drip from nails and timbers, and the stains look much like a leak. Knowing which it is means the right fix can be done, because they need very different work. We look at the pattern of damp, the weather and the ventilation before reaching a view. If you’ve noticed wet patches high on an inside wall and ceiling stains that grow after rain, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
For a small place like Farleigh, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Farleigh (CR6)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Farleigh
Some water in the loft is not rain at all. Moist air from bathrooms and kitchens condenses on the cold underside of the roof, particularly in lofts with blocked eaves. Drips from nails and damp underlay are typical signs.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Mary the Virgin, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- When you’ll get the report
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What they won’t be able to tell you
What we look for on each type of roof
Parapet and box gutters
We check the linings, joints and outlets where we can see them safely, and look for signs of past overflowing.
Lead flashings
Water from a failed flashing can travel down the wall or along a rafter. We check every flashing that could feed the stain.
Farleigh questions
How do I find out if my home in Farleigh is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Farleigh within the area you cover?
Yes, Farleigh is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Can a leak be traced on a dry day?
In most cases, yes. Moisture detection shows where materials are damp even on a dry day. For leaks that only happen in certain storms, we report the most likely routes.
Why isn’t the leak directly above the stain?
Because water travels. It can follow a timber or the underlay a long way first, so the entry point is frequently well away from the mark. We follow the route back instead of guessing.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
Can thermal imaging help find my roof leak?
It can, when the conditions are right. It works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and 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 get it checked now?
Damp loft insulation loses much of its value. A slow leak can soak it for months before a stain appears. Catching it early limits what has to be replaced. Outbuildings and barns around Farleigh are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
All our prices include VAT. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking.
Why book us in Farleigh
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Visits on any day of the week
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Checking the roof from the ground
It is useful 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, as it helps us focus the survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
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How it works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey typically takes about one to two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. In a small place like Farleigh, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You pick a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Keep pets in another room
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Book a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Leaks and storm damage in Farleigh
About 2.2 miles north lies Addington Palace, a reminder of how long the area around Farleigh has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
If you let a flat or house near Upper Warlingham station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. If you live near a park such as Ledgers Wood, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Farleigh is about 4 miles north-east of Caterham, in Surrey. In Farleigh, as across Surrey, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our Surrey coverage includes Farleigh. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
We work across CR6 for roof leak investigations and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Farleigh Court Road and Old Farleigh Road. If you are just outside Farleigh, we cover Chelsham (1 mile south), Fickleshole (1 mile east), Forestdale (1 mile north), New Addington (1 mile north-east) and Hamsey Green (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (10 miles west), Horley (12 miles south-west), Redhill (9 miles south-west), Ewell (10 miles west), Reigate (10 miles south-west) and Caterham (4 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Farleigh
We work in homes and buildings around Ledgers Wood. Farleigh’s nearest station is Upper Warlingham station, roughly 2.3 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Warlingham Park Hospital (0.6 miles south) and East Surrey Museum (3.7 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Nore Hill and Hutchinson's Bank.