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Roof leak investigation in Inkpen, West Berkshire
Know where you stand with the leaking roof before you decide what to do next. Roof leak investigations in Inkpen, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
Roof leak investigation in Inkpen: what you get
Leaks tend to begin where one part of a roof meets another. Flashings at chimneys and walls, valleys, gutters, parapets and flat roof upstands and outlets are the usual suspects. Each of these is checked in turn and we follow where the evidence leads. Every chimney, dormer and roof light adds more joints to check. We check all of them, from every safe viewpoint. If you are worried about a leak that comes and goes with the weather and wet patches on loft insulation, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Roofs in small places like Inkpen frequently stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
Where we cannot see part of the leaking roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Inkpen (RG17)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Mention earlier attempts to fix the leak
- Catch drips in a bucket and protect the floor
- Clear the loft hatch so we can get in
- Note the weather when the leak shows
The report gives whoever carries out the work a clear starting point. They’ll see exactly where the problem is, so the repair is aimed at the cause.
Have flashings and flat roofs looked at every few years. They’re where most leaks start, and catching wear early keeps water out.
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a small place like Inkpen, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- We examine the damp area and the rooms near it.
- From the loft space, we trace the water’s route where there’s safe access.
- We inspect the likely entry points outside, from the ground, windows and the roof where safe.
- We email a written report showing where the water most likely gets in.
Getting ready for the survey
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Find any records of previous roof work
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Prices for roof leak investigations in Inkpen
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- House, block, shop or office
- The roof’s overall size
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
Booking your survey
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Wind, rain and roofs in Inkpen
Stargroves, about 3.2 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Inkpen. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Michael, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. Anyone responsible for a site like Inkpen Primary School will know that a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Inkpen is about 6 miles west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Roofs in Inkpen get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Berkshire. Our area takes in places right across West Berkshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Roof leak investigations in RG17 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Folly Road, Post Office Road and Robins Hill. Close by, we survey roofs in Inkpen Common (1 mile south-east), Upper Green (1 mile south), Hell Corner (1 mile east), Lower Green (1 mile west) and Kintbury (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Newbury (6 miles east), Thatcham (9 miles east), Speenhamland (6 miles east), Hungerford (3 miles north-west), Lambourn (9 miles north) and Shaw (7 miles east).
Landmarks near Inkpen
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Crown and Garter pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Kintbury station, roughly 1.9 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Hamstead Marshall 3 (3.3 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Kintbury Newt Ponds and Inkpen Hill.
Common roof problems in Inkpen
A roof valley collects the rain from two slopes. Split linings, slipped valley tiles or debris can send that water under the coverings. The stain may appear well away from the valley itself.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Damp patches next to the stack
If you own a rental within reach of Kintbury station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Their insurance cover
- How long the report takes to arrive
What we cannot see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- A promise to find every leak on a single visit
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
- Whether rotten timbers meet design loads
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Rooflights and dormers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roof details
- The roof space
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Inkpen
Do you cover Inkpen?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Inkpen?
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.
How do you tell a leak from condensation?
Condensation can look very like a leak. Drips from nail tips, damp underlay over a wide area and poor loft ventilation point towards condensation. We look at the pattern, take moisture readings and tell you which is more likely.
What do I do with the report?
You’ll get the report by email, with photographs and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
How do I arrange a roof leak investigation in Inkpen?
Just phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Is there anything I need to do ahead of the visit?
Clear the loft hatch so we can get into the roof space. Have any photos of the leak ready, plus details of past repairs. Keep catching drips and keep water away from electrics.