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Roof leak investigation in Kirdford, West Sussex
A careful look at the leaking roof at your property in Kirdford, with photos and a written report.
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
A leak at a flashing often shows some way from the joint. We check every flashing that could feed the stain.
Chimney stacks
Water that gets in at the top can show up lower down. Open, unused pots let rain fall down the flue.
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Kirdford
Our job is to find the likely source and tell you. The report shows, with photos, where we believe the water gets in and how it travels, and recommends what should be done. Whoever does the work then has a clear starting point. The investigation finds and explains the cause, and the repair itself is a separate job. We survey chimney stacks, the roof space and flat roof details, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are water that shows only in certain storms and wet patches high on an inside wall.
Roofs in small places like Kirdford often stand in the open, 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 record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Kirdford (RH14)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Kirdford
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The roof’s overall size
- Height and safe access
- House, block, shop or office
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What’s prompted the survey
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Damp loft insulation loses much of its value. Insulation can soak up water quietly before anything shows below. The sooner the cause is found, the less needs replacing. In a place like Kirdford, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Visits on any day of the week
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
See our cost guide and our case studies.
Wind, rain and roofs in Kirdford
Petworth House, about 4.1 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Kirdford. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Landlords with a home close to Billingshurst station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St John the Baptist, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Kirdford is about 10 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Kirdford is one of many places we visit across West Sussex. Our West Sussex coverage includes Kirdford and the places around it. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in RH14 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Oakside, Poplar Walk and Maple Drive. If you’re just outside Kirdford, we cover Mackerel's Common (1 mile north), Balls Cross (2 miles west), Wisborough Green (2 miles east), Plaistow (2 miles north) and Ifold (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Horsham (10 miles east), Littlehampton (15 miles south), Storrington (9 miles south-east), Billingshurst (5 miles east), Bewbush (15 miles east) and Angmering (15 miles south).
Around Kirdford
The nearest railway station is Billingshurst station, about 4.7 miles east of the centre. For a walk, there is Shillinglee Lake and The Mens.
Questions from Kirdford
Do you carry out roof surveys in Kirdford?
Yes, Kirdford is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
How do I find out if my home in Kirdford is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How long does the visit take?
The visit normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. We will give you an idea of timing when booking.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Does the investigation include the repair?
The investigation is about finding the cause. The repair itself is a separate job. The report shows where the water gets in and what should be done, which whoever carries out the work can follow.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
How the survey works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Cottages and farmhouses around Kirdford often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We help you choose the package that suits the leak.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Let us know about parking near the property
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Write down the wind direction and rain when it leaks
- Let us know if there are tanks or pipes in the loft
- Keep water away from lights and sockets
- Stay off ladders and the roof
Keep the report after the work is done. If the leak returns, it is a useful record of what was found, which makes the next step quicker.
Plan a roof survey every few years. Flashings, valleys and flat roof details are frequent weak points, and wear is easier to deal with before water gets in.