Surrey · London and the South East
Roof Leak Investigation in Hascombe
Tracing where water is getting into your roof for Hascombe and the rest of Surrey. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Stains around a skylight
What we do, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes about one to two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Older rural homes like those around Hascombe can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- You tell us where the water appears, when, and what the weather was doing.
- We examine the damp area and the rooms near it.
- In the loft, we follow any signs of water back towards the roof.
- Outside, we check flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details from each safe vantage point.
- We email a written report showing where the water most likely gets in.
Before we arrive
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
About our roof leak investigation in Hascombe
A leak that comes and goes can be the hardest to pin down. Wind-driven rain, an overflowing gutter or snow melt may be what triggers it. Notes on when it leaks, and what the weather was doing, help us and so do photos. We look for the clues it leaves behind, like tide marks, stained timbers and damp underlay. Moisture readings show where materials are still wet. We survey slate and tile slopes, chimney stacks and rooflights and dormers, and people most often book us about condensation that looks like a leak and stains around a skylight.
Being in a small place like Hascombe makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Hascombe (GU8)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Hascombe
Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. With Loseley Park about 4.8 miles north, Hascombe sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you own a rental within reach of Milford (Surrey) station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Hascombe is about 7 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. If you’re in Hascombe, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
Roof leak investigations in GU8 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a roof leak investigation at a property on The Street and Church Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to Hascombe include Loxhill (1 mile south), Thorncombe Street (1 mile north), Grafham (2 miles north-east), Munstead Heath (2 miles north-west) and Dunsfold (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Guildford (7 miles north), Woking (12 miles north), Camberley (14 miles north-west), Farnham (11 miles north-west), Dorking (12 miles north-east) and Frimley (13 miles north-west).
Around Hascombe
Around Hascombe, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The White Horse Public House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Milford (Surrey) station, about 3 miles west. Nearby you will also find Milford Hospital (2.6 miles north-west) and Godalming Museum (3.1 miles north-west). Open spaces near Hascombe include Lower Lake and Hydon's Ball.
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What affects the price in Hascombe
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Which survey package you book
Every price we give includes VAT. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before you book.
What we need to know
We’ll normally ask about:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Anything about access we should know
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Hascombe
How do I find out if my home in Hascombe is listed?
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 carry out roof surveys in Hascombe?
Yes, Hascombe is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details.
Do you use thermal imaging to find leaks?
Thermal imaging is used where it’s useful, and it’s part of the Premium Survey. It shows temperature differences, not water itself, so we confirm its findings with moisture readings.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
Does the investigation include the repair?
This service finds and reports the cause, and the repair is separate. With the report, a roofer knows exactly where to look.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Honest limits
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Leaks that only appear in weather we cannot recreate
- A structural engineer’s report
- Water from pipes, tanks or heating systems
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roof details
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Rooflights and dormers
- Lead flashings
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Do you need a roof leak investigation in Hascombe?
Valleys carry a lot of water. Worn lead, cracked linings or a build-up of leaves and moss can push water under the slates or tiles. The stain may appear well away from the valley itself.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Damp on a chimney breast
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
The streets around a church like Church of St Peter are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price