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Roof leak investigation in Ingrams Green, West Sussex
Find out the condition of the leaking roof at your property in Ingrams Green from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
Roof leak investigation in Ingrams Green
On older houses, leaks often start at lead work and hidden gutters. Worn lead, tired valley linings and blocked parapet outlets are frequent causes. A central valley gutter on a butterfly roof often turns out to be the source in heavy rain. Parapet walls and their gutters are looked at from wherever it is safe. Our report shows what we found, with photos. We are frequently asked to look into damp on a chimney breast and stains around a skylight, across slate and tile slopes, the roof space and rooflights and dormers.
Many homes in small places like Ingrams Green face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Ingrams Green (GU29)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Ingrams Green
Is my home in Ingrams Green listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Ingrams Green within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Can every leak be traced?
Not every leak can be pinned down in a single visit. Most leave clues we can follow, but intermittent leaks that need particular weather can be harder. The report sets out what we found and the most likely routes.
Does the investigation include the repair?
The investigation is about finding the cause. The repair isn’t part of it. The report shows where the water gets in and what should be done, which whoever carries out the work can follow.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
What happens after the survey?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Can you find a leak when it isn’t raining?
Often, yes. Leaks leave clues, like staining, damp timber and moisture in materials. Intermittent leaks can be harder, so photos and notes from when it leaks help a lot.
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Roof by roof
Lead flashings
Lead flashings seal the joints at chimneys, walls and dormers. We check for lead that has lifted, split or slipped, and for flashings that have been patched with bitumen.
Chimney stacks
Chimneys let water in through pointing, flaunching, flashings and open pots. We check each one as far as we can safely see, and look for damp on the breast inside.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Leaks tend to get worse, not better. Wind lifts loose slates further and gaps widen. An investigation now gives you time to plan the work. In a place like Ingrams Green, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Price depends partly on 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 book us in Ingrams Green
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Visits on any day of the week
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Ingrams Green
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: 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. It usually takes about one to two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Somewhere as small as Ingrams Green, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You pick a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- 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.
- You get photos, the likely cause and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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What a roof leak investigation looks like in Ingrams Green
Cowdray House, about 3.1 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ingrams Green. 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. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in 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.
Whatever the street in Ingrams Green, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Ingrams Green is about 6 miles east of Petersfield, in West Sussex. Surveys in Ingrams Green work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Every address in GU29 is within our area for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Nearby, we also carry out roof leak investigations in Elsted Marsh (1 mile west), Didling (1 mile south), Dumpford (1 mile north-west), Trotton (1 mile north) and Elsted (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (14 miles south), Chichester (9 miles south), Emsworth (11 miles south-west), Billingshurst (15 miles east), Portfield (10 miles south) and Yapton (14 miles south-east).
Near you in Ingrams Green
Nearby you’ll also find Midhurst Community Hospital (3 miles east) and Midhurst Museum (2.8 miles east). The countryside around Ingrams Green includes Iping and Stedham Commons.
Practical tips
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Note the weather when the leak shows
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look
- Photograph the stain each time it appears
- Mention any plumbing above the damp area
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, and Premium includes an in-person consultation. You can ask us about anything that isn’t clear.
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 we price roof leak investigations
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The size of the roof
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before you book.
Booking your survey
We’ll normally ask about:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- What made you get in touch
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.