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Roof Leak Investigation in Findon Valley
Get a clear view of the leaking roof at a property in Findon Valley. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Damp patches next to the stack
Roof leak investigation in Findon Valley
We use moisture detection and thermal imaging where they help. Moisture detection confirms where timbers, plaster or insulation are damp. A thermal camera shows patterns of temperature rather than water, so its findings are checked with moisture readings. Moisture detection is included in the Standard Survey, and thermal imaging in Premium. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, on a dry roof with little wind. If you’ve noticed damp walls below an overflowing gutter and water through the ceiling under a flat roof, we can find out what’s behind it.
In older homes around places like Findon Valley, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Whether it’s long-term wear or recent damage makes a difference to what happens next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are frequently the first clues.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Findon Valley (BN14, BN13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
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Signs you need a roof leak investigation in Findon Valley
Every flat roof covering has a working life. A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, and as it ages it splits, blisters and opens at the laps. Leaks often start at the edges, upstands and outlets.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
With Ecclesden Manor about 3.5 miles south-west, the area around Findon Valley has a long history. Older roofs around here can leak at old repairs as readily as at original details.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Their track record with similar roofs
Roof leak investigations in Findon Valley: local notes
Findon Valley lies within about 4 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings, 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. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
If you own a rental within reach of West Worthing station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If you live in an older home near All Saints, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Findon Valley is about 2 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Findon Valley can all book roof leak investigations. Findon Valley is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Every address in BN14 and BN13 is within our area for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Mill Lane, Furze Road and Gorse Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Salvington (1 mile south), Offington (1 mile south), Worthing (2 miles south), Broadwater (2 miles south-east) and Sompting (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Horsham (15 miles north), Bognor Regis (13 miles west), Burgess Hill (14 miles north-east), Littlehampton (6 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles east) and Lancing (4 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Findon Valley
Typical jobs here are in homes near Durrington High School. Findon Valley’s nearest station is West Worthing station, about 2.4 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Worthing Hospital (2.9 miles south-east) and Old Castle (1.9 miles south). Not far away are Widewater Lagoon and Steep Down.
What we look for on each type of roof
Parapet and box gutters
Hidden gutters run behind parapets or between roofs. When their outlets block, water rises over the lining and runs indoors.
Lead flashings
Mortar fillets are sometimes used instead of lead. They crack as the roof and wall move, letting rain run behind the joint.
FAQs for Findon Valley
Is Findon Valley within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Findon Valley, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it normally shows, and Findon Valley is within about 4 miles of the coast.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
How much does a roof leak investigation cost in Findon Valley?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
Does the investigation include the repair?
Our job here is to trace the leak and explain it, and the repair is separate. With the report, a roofer knows exactly where to look.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only if it is safe. We check everything that can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you as you book.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Findon Valley is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Arrange a survey
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
Related advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
A leak near lights or wiring needs attention quickly. If water is reaching a light fitting or switch, keep clear of it and have an electrician check it. Then the source needs tracing. In a smaller place like Findon Valley, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing does not stay loose for long. Wind gets under it and lifts more.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why book with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Over 20 years’ experience
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Useful tips for Findon Valley property owners
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Protect furniture and flooring under the leak
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Let us know about any past repairs to the roof
- Take dated photos of the leak
If there are several possible sources, we list them in order of likelihood. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant, so you know what to deal with first.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Pieces of slate or tile in the garden mean something has moved. Small faults dealt with quickly rarely become leaks.