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Roof Leak Investigation in Flansham
Roof leak investigations in Flansham, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
How a roof leak investigation works in Flansham
Some ‘leaks’ aren’t leaks at all. In a badly ventilated roof space, condensation can form under the roof and drip, leaving marks that look just like rainwater. Knowing which it is means the right fix can be done, since the cure for one won’t solve the other. The pattern of the damp, the ventilation and the timing all help us decide. If you’re worried about damp patches next to the stack and water that shows only in certain storms, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Being in a small place like Flansham makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned beforehand. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
The report records the leaking roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Where
- Flansham (PO22)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
A stack has several possible ways in for rain. We check each one as far as we can safely see, and look for damp on the breast inside.
Parapet and box gutters
Linings, joints and outlets are inspected wherever it is safe.
How it 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 get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes an hour or two, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Rural addresses near Flansham can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You tell us where the water shows and when it appears.
- We look at the stain, the ceiling and the loft above it.
- Likely entry points outside are checked, from flashings and valleys to gutters and outlets.
- We use moisture detection, and thermal imaging where it’s useful.
- You receive a written report with photos showing the likely source and what needs attention.
Before the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we will recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
What affects the cost of roof leak investigations
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- How big the roof is
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- The address and postcode of the property
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Flansham: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Flansham is listed?
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.
Is Flansham within the area you cover?
Yes, Flansham is covered. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
What do I do with the report?
The report arrives by email. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
Will you definitely find the leak?
We cannot promise it. Water can travel a long way, and some leaks only show in particular storms. If we can’t be sure, the report ranks the possible sources.
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. Damp areas can hold heat differently from dry ones. Its findings are confirmed with a moisture check.
How do I book a survey in Flansham?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us. Tell us the address and a little about the roof. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Is the repair included in the leak investigation?
The investigation is about finding the cause. The repair is not part of it. You get a report with photos showing where the water is getting in and what needs attention.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Flansham
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Places near Flansham
What else we do in Flansham
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a roof leak investigation starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Check whether pipes or tanks run near the stain
- Don’t touch fittings that water is reaching
- Record whether it leaks in every downpour or only some
- 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 isn’t clear.
After a downpour, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Look for drips, damp patches and stains on timbers. Photograph anything new.
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Flansham
Flansham lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
For landlords with property near Barnham station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If you live near a park like The Brooks Local Nature Reserve, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. For an older house near a landmark like Bilsham Chapel, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Flansham is about 2 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Anywhere in Flansham, we can carry out roof leak investigations at your property. Our West Sussex coverage includes Flansham and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
We cover every part of the PO22 postcode area for roof leak investigations. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Bilsham (1 mile east), Lidsey (2 miles north-west), Shripney (2 miles west), Yapton (2 miles north-east) and Barnham (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Worthing (11 miles east), Chichester (7 miles west), Selsey (8 miles south-west), Littlehampton (5 miles east), Lancing (14 miles east) and Emsworth (13 miles west).
Landmarks near Flansham
In Flansham, that means homes and buildings near Felpham Community College and The Brooks Local Nature Reserve and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Barnham station, about 1.9 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Tote Copse Castle (3.1 miles north-west) and Bognor Regis Museum (2.3 miles south-west).
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.