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Roof leak investigation in Long Sutton, Hampshire
Roof leak investigations in Long Sutton and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
Should I look at the roof myself first?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
About our roof leak investigation in Long Sutton
A leak that comes and goes can be the hardest to pin down. Wind-driven rain, an overflowing gutter or snow melt may be what triggers it. Telling us when it happens helps a lot, along with any photos you’ve taken. We look for the clues it leaves behind, like tide marks, stained timbers and damp underlay. Moisture detection shows which materials are still damp. We survey flat roof details, the roof space and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are water through the ceiling under a flat roof and leaks at a dormer or roof window.
Somewhere as small as Long Sutton, older roofs have often been repaired many times. 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. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Long Sutton (RG29)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Leaks tend to get worse, not better. Wind lifts loose slates further and gaps widen. Tracing it now lets you plan the work rather than react to it. For older village homes like those around Long Sutton, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Package prices that include VAT
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Long Sutton
Landlords, agents and building managers in Long Sutton and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Towns and villages near Long Sutton
What else we do in Long Sutton
Roof leak investigations around Long Sutton
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. 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.
Take a building like Long Sutton Church of England Primary School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. If you let a flat or house near Bentley (Hampshire) station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. For an older house near a landmark like Church of All Saints, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Long Sutton is about 5 miles north of Alton, in Hampshire. We visit Long Sutton as part of our work across Hampshire, for homes and businesses alike. Long Sutton is one of the places in Hampshire we cover. We also survey roofs in Reading.
We cover every part of RG29 for roof leak investigations. Whether your property is on The Street, Wingate Meadow and Wingate Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Long Sutton include South Warnborough (1 mile west), Well (1 mile east), Bidden (2 miles west), Odiham (2 miles north) and Little Hoddington (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (8 miles north-west), Farnborough (9 miles north-east), Fleet (6 miles north-east), Aldershot (8 miles east), Alton (5 miles south) and Petersfield (15 miles south).
Near you in Long Sutton
In Long Sutton, that means homes and buildings near Lord Wandsworth College and Robert May's School. The closest station to Long Sutton is Bentley (Hampshire) station, roughly 4.2 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Odiham Castle (3 miles north) and Alton Community Hospital (5.8 miles south). For a walk, there is Dogmersfield Lake and Holybourne Hill.
Honest limits
It’s a careful look at the leaking roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
- Putting the leak right
- What’s under the covering or behind the plaster
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Long Sutton
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roof details
- Chimney stacks
- Rooflights and dormers
- Slate and tile slopes
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Protect furniture and flooring under the leak
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Mention any plumbing above the damp area
- Note the weather when the leak shows
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes one in person. You can ask us about anything that is not clear.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, ideally once the leaves have fallen. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet. Use a professional rather than climbing up yourself.
The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Older rural homes like those around Long Sutton can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We help you choose the package that suits the leak.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Where it’s useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
How to book
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Related advice
Common questions in Long Sutton
Do you cover smaller places like Long Sutton?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How do I find out if my home in Long Sutton is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
How soon will I get the report?
The Premium Survey report comes the same day, the Standard within 24–48 hours and the Basic within 48 hours. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
Why isn’t the leak directly above the stain?
Because water travels. It runs along rafters, battens or underlay before it drips, so the entry point is often well away from the mark. That is why we trace the route rather than patching above the stain.
Is it a leak or condensation?
It’s a common question. Leaks tend to follow wet weather and show in one place, while condensation is frequently widespread and worst on cold days. The report explains which it looks like and what to do.
How long will you be at the property?
It usually takes between one and two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.