Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Hungerford, Hampshire
Not sure what state the leaking roof is in? You can book a roof leak investigation in Hungerford and across Hampshire.
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Hungerford
We use moisture detection and thermal imaging where they help. Moisture detection confirms where timbers, plaster or insulation are damp. Thermal imaging shows temperature differences that can point to wet areas, not water itself, so we confirm what it suggests with moisture readings. Thermal imaging is part of the Premium Survey, and moisture detection comes with Standard. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, on a dry roof with little wind. If you’ve noticed drips from nail tips in a cold loft and staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Hungerford, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. We look at everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
If any part of the leaking roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Hungerford (SP6)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
When to book a survey in Hungerford
Valleys carry a lot of water. Worn lead, cracked linings or a build-up of leaves and moss can send that water under the coverings. Leaks from valleys often show up some distance away inside.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Stains around a skylight
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
The streets around a church like Church of the Holy Ascension are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Before booking anyone
- Their insurance cover
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
What affects the cost of roof leak investigations
To price your survey, we check:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How big the roof is
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we can help you choose.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
How the survey 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 take it from there. A typical survey takes an hour or two for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a hamlet or village like Hungerford, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You tell us where the water shows and when it appears.
- Inside, we check the damp area and the roof space above it.
- Likely entry points outside are looked at, from flashings and valleys to gutters and outlets.
- We use moisture detection, and thermal imaging where it’s useful.
- We email a report with photos, the likely entry point and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Booking a survey
To get a price for roof leak investigations in Hungerford, call 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Roof leak investigations around Hungerford
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. With Breamore House about 4.3 miles north, Hungerford sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you look after a building like Hyde Church of England Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Hungerford is in Hampshire. We carry out roof leak investigations for householders, landlords and businesses in Hungerford and nearby. Across Hampshire, we cover Hungerford. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof leak investigations: SP6. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Hyde (1 mile east), North Gorley (1 mile south-west), Frogham (1 mile north-east), Stuckton (1 mile north-west) and Blissford (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Totton (11 miles east), Lymington (14 miles south-east), Romsey (14 miles north-east), New Milton (12 miles south-east), Ringwood (4 miles south) and Barton on Sea (12 miles south).
Around Hungerford
We work in homes and buildings around The Burgate School and Sixth Form, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Godshill Castle Hill (2.4 miles north) and Fordingbridge Doll Museum (1.6 miles north-west). Open spaces near Hungerford include Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Hungerford
Is Hungerford within the area you cover?
Yes. Hungerford is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do you cover Hungerford?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found, so you can see each point for yourself.
What should I do before you arrive?
Note when the leak appears and what the weather was doing, and take photos. Clear access to the loft. Keep away from any light or socket that water is reaching.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you as you book.
How fast do I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, like an exchange date, let us know when booking.
Towns and villages near Hungerford
Also in Hungerford
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof upstands and outlets
The upturned edge of a flat roof covering keeps water out at walls. A low or cracked upstand is a common way in.
Slate and tile slopes
Cracked mortar lets ridge and hip tiles move. Rain can then run in at the ridge.