West Sussex · London and the South East
Roof Leak Investigation in Faygate
Roof leak investigations in Faygate and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
What we cannot see
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Water from pipes, tanks or heating systems
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- An intermittent leak that shows no trace on the day
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Faygate
- The roof space
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roof details
- Rooflights and dormers
- Lead flashings
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
Roof leak investigation in Faygate: what you get
We investigate roof leaks in Faygate and across London and the South East. Surveys are carried out on weekdays and at weekends. The investigation covers inside and out, from the stain to the likely entry points. You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations. If water is coming in now, catch it in a bucket and keep it away from lights and sockets, and then ring 07833 053749 or email us to arrange a visit. If you’re worried about damp underlay across a wide area and leaks that appear only in driving rain, we can find out what’s behind it, on valleys and parapet gutters, rooflights and dormers and lead flashings alike.
Roofs in small places like Faygate frequently stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- Faygate (RH12)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Faygate
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Places near Faygate
Other services in Faygate
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Faygate
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list.
Take an older house close to St Francis' Church: water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. If you run a business near County Mall, water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast. Landlords with a home close to Faygate station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Faygate is about 3 miles north-east of Horsham, in West Sussex. Faygate is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Faygate is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover for roof leak investigations.
Here we cover the RH12 postcode area for roof leak investigations. We cover properties on Station Approach, Faygate Lane and Durrants Drive. We also cover the places around Faygate: Kilnwood Vale (1 mile east), Colgate (1 mile south-east), Roffey (2 miles south-west), Broadfield (2 miles east) and Mannings Heath (4 miles south). Further out, we also cover Crawley (3 miles east), Horsham (3 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (10 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (11 miles south-east), East Grinstead (11 miles east) and Storrington (15 miles south-west).
What’s near Faygate
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Target Hill Park and The Holmbush Inn and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Faygate itself: Faygate station. A little further out are Crawley Hospital (3.2 miles north-east) and County Mall (3.6 miles east). Not far away are Warnham LNR and Tilgate Lake.
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Have an electrician check any wet fittings
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Protect furniture and flooring under the leak
Keep the report after the work is done. If water appears again, it shows what was found before.
Look at the roof from the ground after strong winds. Pieces of slate or tile in the garden mean something has moved. Prompt repairs stop gaps turning into leaks.
What happens on the day
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes about one to two hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Faygate can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We help you choose the package that suits the leak.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- The investigation works from the stain back to the roof.
- Where it is useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- You get photos, the likely cause and clear recommendations.
Before the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Arrange a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Faygate: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Faygate?
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.
Do you cover Faygate?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Faygate as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is the repair included in the leak investigation?
A leak investigation finds and reports the likely source. The repair is not part of it. The report shows where the water gets in and what should be done, which whoever carries out the work can follow.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Can you always find the source?
We cannot promise to find every leak on one visit. Many leave clear signs, but intermittent leaks that need particular weather can be harder. The report sets out what we found and the most likely routes.
What happens after the survey?
You will get the report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. With Standard there is a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Faygate
Leaks tend to get worse, not better. Each storm can open a gap a little more. An investigation now gives you time to plan the work. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book us in Faygate
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Package prices that include VAT
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.