West Sussex · London and the South East
Roof Leak Investigation in Itchingfield
Tracing where water is getting into your roof across Itchingfield, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Staining around the chimney inside
How a roof leak investigation works in Itchingfield
Some leaks only appear in certain weather. Wind-driven rain, an overflowing gutter or snow melt may be what triggers it. Telling us when it happens helps a lot and so do photos. We look for the clues it leaves behind, such as tide marks, stained timbers and damp underlay. Moisture readings show where materials are still wet. Common reasons to book are damp patches next to the stack and stains around a skylight, across chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and valleys and parapet gutters.
Many homes in small places like Itchingfield 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.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Itchingfield (RH13)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
What this survey cannot tell you
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Putting the leak right
- Leaks that only appear in weather we cannot recreate
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Itchingfield
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roof details
- Rooflights and dormers
- The roof space
Useful tips for Itchingfield property owners
Getting the most from a roof leak investigation starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Have an electrician check any wet fittings
- Photograph the stain each time it appears
- Do not climb onto the roof to look
- Check the loft is accessible
If condensation is the cause, we explain it, and suggest how the roof space could be better ventilated. It saves chasing a leak that isn’t there.
Plan a roof survey every few years. They’re where most leaks start, and catching wear early keeps water out.
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Itchingfield
How do I find out if my home in Itchingfield is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Itchingfield within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
How do I book a survey in Itchingfield?
It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Tell us the address and a little about the roof. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
What’s in the survey report?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photos throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
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.
Itchingfield roofs and the weather
In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of St Nicolas are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. Take a building like Barns Green Primary School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If you let a flat or house near Christs Hospital station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Itchingfield is about 4 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Anywhere in Itchingfield, we can carry out roof leak investigations at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Surveys in RH13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a roof leak investigation at a property on Bashurst Hill, Five Oaks Road and Bashurst Copse or a nearby road, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out roof leak investigations in Barns Green (1 mile south), Broadbridge Heath (2 miles north-east), Brooks Green (2 miles south), Tower Hill (2 miles east) and Southwater (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (10 miles north-east), Horsham (4 miles east), Haywards Heath (14 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles south-east), Broadfield (9 miles east) and Storrington (9 miles south).
Local landmarks in Itchingfield
Typical jobs here are in homes near Tanbridge House School, among other places. Itchingfield’s nearest station is Christs Hospital station, about 1.5 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Christs Hospital School Museum (1.6 miles east) and Horsham Hospital (3.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Itchingfield include Warnham LNR.
The survey, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photographs. On timing, most surveys take an hour or two for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere like Itchingfield needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- 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 is useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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What affects the price in Itchingfield
To price your survey, we look at:
- Height and safe access
- How big the roof is
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What to tell us when you contact us
A little information up front helps. It is useful to include:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The property’s address and postcode
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Itchingfield
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.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.