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Roof leak investigation in Huntercombe, Slough
A careful look at the leaking roof at your property in Huntercombe, with photographs and a written report.
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
- Stains around a skylight
About our roof leak investigation in Huntercombe
Some leaks only appear in certain weather. 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, 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 are worried about leaks that appear only in driving rain and staining around the chimney inside, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Chimney stacks on older houses around places like Huntercombe can let water in, through worn flaunching, failed pointing or lifted flashings. Damp in a chimney breast can have more than one cause, so it is not always obvious where it starts. The stack, its flashings and the loft space beside it are all worth checking.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Huntercombe (SL1, SL6, SL2)
- Wider area
- Slough
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Water from pipes, tanks or heating systems
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Putting the leak right
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Slate and tile slopes
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Rooflights and dormers
- Lead flashings
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roof details
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Write down the wind direction and rain when it leaks
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
- Keep water away from lights and sockets
Once the work is done, hold on to the report. If the leak returns, it is a useful record of what was found, which makes the next step quicker.
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 Huntercombe
Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. With Dorney Court about 1.4 miles south-west, Huntercombe sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you look after a building such as Cippenham Infant School, a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you own a rental within reach of Burnham station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Huntercombe is about 2 miles west of Slough, in Slough. We carry out roof leak investigations in Huntercombe for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Our Slough coverage includes Huntercombe. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in SL1, SL6 and SL2 is within our area for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Bath Road, Clare Road and Conway Road. We also cover Burnham (1 mile north), Cippenham (1 mile south-east), Lake End (1 mile south-west), Dorney (1 mile south) and Dorney Reach (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Langley (5 miles east), Upton (3 miles south-east), Datchet (4 miles south-east), Stoke Poges (3 miles north-east), Ditton (4 miles south-east) and Farnham Common (3 miles north-east). As one of the bigger places in Slough, Huntercombe has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Landmarks near Huntercombe
Around Huntercombe, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Haymill Valley, Westgate School and Ye Olde Huntercombe Arms and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Huntercombe itself: Burnham station. A little further out are Windsor Castle (3.3 miles south-east) and Upton Hospital (2.8 miles east). Open spaces near Huntercombe include Taplow Lake and Bray Pit.
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Questions from Huntercombe
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Huntercombe?
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.
Do you cover Huntercombe?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
What should I do before you arrive?
Make sure the loft can be reached. Gather any photos and notes about when it leaks, plus details of past repairs. Keep catching drips and keep water away from electrics.
How do I arrange a roof leak investigation in Huntercombe?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Can a leak be traced on a dry day?
In many cases, yes. Stains, tide marks, damp timbers and moisture readings typically point the way. Some leaks only show in particular weather, so your photos and notes from wet days are very useful.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
What happens on the day
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Huntercombe is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- We help you choose the package that suits the leak.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Moisture detection and thermal imaging are used where your package includes them and they help.
- You get photos, the likely cause and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know about parking before the day
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Do you need a roof leak investigation in Huntercombe?
When a slate slips or a tile cracks, the underlay takes the water. Ageing felt underlay eventually tears and lets water through, while some very old roofs have nothing under the coverings. On slate roofs, slipping is frequently caused by corroded nails.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Condensation that looks like a leak
Take an older house close to St. Andrew's Shared Church: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
How we price roof leak investigations
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The shape of the roof and its details
For a price for your roof in Huntercombe, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
For a price for roof leak investigations in Huntercombe, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
What we look for on each type of roof
Parapet and box gutters
Hidden gutters run behind parapets or between roofs. A blocked outlet sends water over the lining and into the building.
Flat roof upstands and outlets
Each flat roof relies on its outlets to drain. When one blocks, water ponds and finds any weak spot. We check outlets and the covering around them.