West Sussex · London and the South East
Goring-by-Sea Roof Leak Investigation
We carry out roof leak investigations in Goring-by-Sea and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Damp underlay across a wide area
DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
Roof leak investigation in Goring-by-Sea
Flat roofs leak in their own ways. Splits, blisters, failed laps, worn upstands and blocked outlets are common causes. Standing water puts extra pressure on every weak point. We check both the covering and the room underneath. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are frequent sources of leaks. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, so age is part of the picture. If you’ve noticed staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall and water that shows only in certain storms, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Goring-by-Sea, some roofs face open ground, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. A leak that only appears in certain weather often points to an exposed detail. It helps to know when and where the water appears. Gutters and downpipes on the exposed side are worth a look as well.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Goring-by-Sea (BN12, BN99, BN13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a roof leak investigation doesn’t cover
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Water from pipes, tanks or heating systems
- Putting the leak right
- An intermittent leak that shows no trace on the day
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Slate and tile slopes
- Rooflights and dormers
- Flat roof details
- Lead flashings
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
Roof leak investigations in Goring-by-Sea: local notes
Goring-by-Sea is within about 1 mile of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you live near a park such as Durrington Minature Railway, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. For an older house near a landmark like St Mary's Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Goring-by-Sea is about 1 mile south-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. Anywhere in Goring-by-Sea, we can come and survey your property. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Every address in BN12, BN99 and BN13 is covered for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Sea Lane, Jupp's Lane and Goring Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Goring-by-Sea: Ferring (1 mile west), Hangleton (1 mile west), Kingston Gorse (2 miles west), Durrington (2 miles north) and West Kingston (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (12 miles west), Littlehampton (5 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (7 miles east), Lancing (5 miles east), Rustington (4 miles west) and Storrington (8 miles north).
Landmarks near Goring-by-Sea
Around Goring-by-Sea, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Durrington Minature Railway, Chatsmore Catholic High School and Worthing College. The nearest railway station is Goring-By-Sea station, roughly 0.5 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Museum of Sussex Folklore (1.6 miles north-east) and The Acre (1.8 miles east). The countryside around Goring-by-Sea includes Highdown Hill.
Why get it checked now?
Patching the spot above the stain often does not work. The real way in may be a metre or more away. We find the probable source before anyone starts work, so the repair is aimed at the right place. Homes in smaller places like Goring-by-Sea can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Each storm lifts it a little further.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Goring-by-Sea
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
Do you need a roof leak investigation in Goring-by-Sea?
A chimney stack has plenty of places for rain to get in. Water can enter through crumbling mortar, cracked flaunching, worn flashings or uncapped pots. It can show up on the chimney breast, nearby ceilings or in the roof space.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Wet patches on loft insulation
If you own a rental within reach of Goring-By-Sea station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Before you book anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What exactly goes into their report
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Useful tips for Goring-by-Sea property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Let us know what has already been tried
- Don’t touch fittings that water is reaching
- Check whether pipes or tanks run near the stain
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
If the leak turns out to be condensation, the report says so, with recommendations on ventilation. That avoids roof work that wouldn’t help.
Check the loft after heavy rain, with care and a good torch. Watch for water marks, wet underlay and damp wood. Take photos of anything that changes.
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the leaking roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit usually takes an hour or two, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Goring-by-Sea, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is checked where it can be reached safely.
- We help you choose the package that suits the leak.
- We agree a date, including weekends.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Where it’s useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
How to prepare
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Questions from Goring-by-Sea
Is the coastal weather around Goring-by-Sea hard on roofs?
It can do. Within about 1 mile of the sea, as Goring-by-Sea is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Do you cover smaller places like Goring-by-Sea?
Yes, Goring-by-Sea is covered. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Is there anything I need to do ahead of the visit?
Clear the loft hatch so we can get into the roof space. Gather any photos and notes about when it leaks, and tell us about past repairs. In the meantime, catch the water and keep it clear of lights and sockets.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Does the investigation include the repair?
Our job here is to trace the leak and explain it, not to carry out the repair. With the report, a roofer knows exactly where to look.