Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Little Somborne, Hampshire
We carry out roof leak investigations in Little Somborne and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
How a roof leak investigation works in Little Somborne
Not every drip is a leak. Condensation in a cold, poorly ventilated loft can drip from nails and timbers, and the stains look much like a leak. Telling the two apart matters, because they need very different work. We check the pattern of damp, the weather and the ventilation before reaching a view. If you’ve noticed water dripping from rafters or underlay and leaks below a flat extension roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Many homes in small places like Little Somborne face open ground, 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 written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Where
- Little Somborne (SO20)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
A survey is a proper look at the leaking roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- Leaks from plumbing, tanks or pipework rather than the roof
- Putting the leak right
- Whether rotten timbers meet design loads
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- The roof space
- Slate and tile slopes
- Rooflights and dormers
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roof details
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
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What else we do in Little Somborne
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Keep water away from lights and sockets
- Write down the wind direction and rain when it leaks
- Put a bucket under the drip and move valuables
- Tell us if there are tanks or pipes in the loft
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes one in person. It’s a chance to ask about anything in the report.
Plan a roof survey every few years. They’re where most leaks start, and wear is easier to deal with before water gets in.
Do you need a roof leak investigation in Little Somborne?
When a slate slips or a tile cracks, the underlay takes the water. Old bitumen felt may cope for a while, but it tears and sags with age, and very old roofs may have no underlay at all. Corroded nails, known as ‘nail fatigue’, are a frequent cause on slate roofs.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
For any home in Little Somborne, it is the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What they will not be able to tell you
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Surveys for landlords and agents in Little Somborne
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the leaking roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Little Somborne questions
Do you cover Little Somborne?
Yes, Little Somborne is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Will you come out to Little Somborne?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Can you trace a leak in dry weather?
In most cases, yes. Moisture detection shows where materials are damp even on a dry day. For leaks that only happen in certain storms, we report the most likely routes.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we will recommend one.
How do I arrange a roof leak investigation in Little Somborne?
It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. We survey on any day of the week.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes an hour or two at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings
Wherever a roof meets a wall or stack, a flashing keeps rain out. Lifted, split or slipped lead is a common cause.
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.
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Little Somborne
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
The streets around a church like All Saints Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Little Somborne is about 6 miles west of Winchester, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in Little Somborne, we can come and survey your property. Across Hampshire, we cover Little Somborne and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
All of SO20 is covered for roof leak investigations. Streets in the area include Chalk Hill and Somborne Park Road, and we cover them all. Other places close to Little Somborne include Up Somborne (1 mile east), Ashley (1 mile south), King's Somborne (2 miles south-west), Lower Slackstead (5 miles south) and Braishfield (5 miles south). Further out, we also cover Winchester (6 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles south-east), Andover (8 miles north), Totton (12 miles south), Chandler's Ford (8 miles south) and Hedge End (14 miles south-east).
Near you in Little Somborne
Other landmarks nearby include Royal Hampshire County Hospital (5.6 miles east).
What happens on the day
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a photo-illustrated written report. On timing, it typically takes about 1–2 hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. For a village or hamlet like Little Somborne, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is 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.
- Moisture detection and thermal imaging are used where your package includes them and they help.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Getting a price
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.