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Roof Leak Investigation in Godstone
We carry out roof leak investigations in Godstone and the rest of Surrey. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Damp on a chimney breast
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Condensation that looks like a leak
Roof leak investigation in Godstone: what you get
Some leaks only appear in certain weather. Driving rain from one direction, melting snow or a gutter that overflows in a downpour can all set it off. Telling us when it happens helps a lot, along with any photos you’ve taken. Even on a dry day, a leak usually leaves clues: stained timbers, tide marks and damp underlay. Moisture readings show where materials are still wet. If you’ve noticed damp walls below an overflowing gutter and drips in the loft during heavy rain, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
For a small place like Godstone, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned in advance. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Godstone (RH9)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Godstone
Water and electrics do not mix. If water is reaching a light fitting or switch, keep clear of it and have an electrician check it. Finding where the water is getting in should follow straight away. Older and listed buildings around Godstone may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why us?
- 20+ years’ experience
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
When you need someone else
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- A structural engineer’s report
- A promise to find every leak on a single visit
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Lead flashings
- Flat roof details
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- The roof space
- Slate and tile slopes
- Rooflights and dormers
- Chimney stacks
When to book a survey in Godstone
Chimneys can let water in by several routes. Eroded pointing, cracked flaunching, failed flashings and open pots can all be responsible. It can show up on the chimney breast, nearby ceilings or in the loft space.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Staining around the chimney inside
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Damp underlay across a wide area
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Nicholas, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- How soon the report will arrive
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Somewhere like Godstone needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- You tell us where the water appears, when, and what the weather was doing.
- We examine the damp area and the rooms near it.
- From the loft space, we trace the water’s route where there is safe access.
- Outside, we check flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details from each safe vantage point.
- You receive a report with the likely source, photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Booking a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
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Your questions about roof leak investigations in Godstone
How do I find out if my home in Godstone is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you cover Godstone?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Godstone is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
What happens next?
You will receive the report by email, and you decide the next step: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll explain what’s needed.
How soon will I get the report?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
How much does a roof leak investigation cost in Godstone?
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Useful tips for Godstone property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Catch drips in a bucket and protect the floor
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
- Check whether pipes or tanks run near the stain
- 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. It is a chance to ask about anything in the report.
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.
Godstone roofs and the weather
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’s detailed. About 4.1 miles north-east lies Titsey Place, a reminder of how long the area around Godstone has been built on. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Godstone Village School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. Landlords with a home close to Godstone station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Godstone is about 3 miles south of Caterham, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Godstone, we can survey the roof. Our Surrey coverage includes Godstone. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof leak investigations: RH9. If you need a roof leak investigation at a property on High Street, Court Road and Godstone Green Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Godstone: Tyler's Green (1 mile north), Church Town (1 mile east), Bletchingley (2 miles west), Tandridge (2 miles south-east) and South Godstone (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Epsom (11 miles north-west), Horley (7 miles south-west), Redhill (4 miles west), Ewell (11 miles north-west), Reigate (6 miles west) and Caterham (3 miles north).
Landmarks near Godstone
In Godstone, that means homes and buildings near The Hare And Hounds Public House and Bay Pond, among other places. The nearest railway station is Godstone station, about 2.2 miles south. Nearby you will also find Caterham Dene Hospital (2.5 miles north) and Bletchingley Castle (1.9 miles west). For a walk, there is Mercers Lake and Bay Pond.