West Sussex · London and the South East
Jacob's Post Roof Leak Investigation
Tracing where water is getting into your roof for Jacob's Post and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Wet patches on loft insulation
Wind, rain and roofs in Jacob's Post
Ockenden Manor, about 3.2 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Jacob's Post. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses across Sussex frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
If you own a rental within reach of Burgess Hill station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If you live in an older home near Providence Strict Baptist Chapel, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Jacob's Post is about 1 mile west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. We cover Jacob's Post and the rest of West Sussex, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Roof leak investigations in RH15 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Downs Road, London Road and Western Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Jacob's Post include Burgess Hill (1 mile east), Abbotsford (1 mile north), World's End (1 mile east), Goddards Green (1 mile west) and Hurst Wickham (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (11 miles north), Horsham (11 miles north-west), Worthing (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (3 miles north-east), East Grinstead (13 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (10 miles south-west).
Near you in Jacob's Post
Around Jacob's Post, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Cricketers pub, St Paul's Catholic College and Oakmeeds Community College and the streets around them. The closest station to Jacob's Post is Burgess Hill station, about 0.7 miles south-east. Nearby you’ll also find Burgess Hill Museum (0.5 miles south-east) and The Dene Hospital (1.2 miles west). For a walk, there’s Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Wolstonbury Hill.
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Jacob's Post
Older homes have more places for water to get in. 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. We check parapets, valleys and flashings from each safe vantage point. The findings are recorded with photos. Typical surveys look at damp walls below an overflowing gutter and wet patches on loft insulation, on rooflights and dormers, chimney stacks and the roof space.
In a village or hamlet like Jacob's Post, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Jacob's Post (RH15)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Putting the leak right
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
- Whether rotten timbers meet design loads
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Jacob's Post
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- The roof space
- Slate and tile slopes
- Rooflights and dormers
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roof details
- Lead flashings
Leave it or get it looked at?
Water and electrics don’t mix. If water is reaching a light fitting or switch, keep clear of it. Then the source needs tracing. Outbuildings and barns around Jacob's Post are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Jacob's Post
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
Common roof problems in Jacob's Post
A gutter that overflows can soak a wall and mark the ceiling inside. Parapet and box gutters are the worst for this, since a blocked outlet sends water over the lining and into the building.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Damp on a chimney breast
Take a building like The Gattons Infant School: a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Before booking anyone
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What they will not be able to tell you
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their insurance cover
Nearby places to Jacob's Post
Other services in Jacob's Post
For landlords and managing agents
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Jacob's Post. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
Jacob's Post: your questions answered
Will you come out to Jacob's Post?
Yes. Jacob's Post is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Is Jacob's Post in the area you cover?
Yes, Jacob's Post is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Jacob's Post as anywhere else.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
Do you use thermal imaging to find leaks?
Thermal imaging is used where it is useful, and it is included in our Premium Survey. It picks up temperature patterns rather than water, so we confirm its findings with moisture readings.
What does the report include?
Written findings with photos, explaining the condition of the leaking roof, any defects and our recommendations, in order of urgency where relevant. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
How the survey works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect an hour or two, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Somewhere as small as Jacob's Post, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with what you’ve seen: where the stain is and when it gets worse.
- 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.
- You receive a written report with photos showing the likely source and what needs attention.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Keep pets in another room
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
How to book
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.