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Roof leak investigation in Marden's Hill, East Sussex
Tracing where water is getting into your roof in Marden's Hill, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
How a roof leak investigation works in Marden's Hill
We investigate roof leaks in Marden's Hill and across London and South East England. Surveys are carried out on weekdays and at weekends. We look inside and out, at flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details. The findings come in a written report with photos. If water is coming in now, catch it in a bucket and keep it away from lights and sockets, then ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. If you are worried about water coming in around a roof light or dormer and water dripping from rafters or underlay, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Marden's Hill, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term 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.
What you get is a clear record of the leaking roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Place
- Marden's Hill (TN6)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Valleys
Leaves and moss build up in valleys and hold water back. During a downpour, water can back up under the coverings.
Lead flashings
Lead flashings seal the joints at chimneys, walls and dormers. We check for lead that has lifted, split or slipped.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Lingering damp encourages mould on ceilings and walls. It is unpleasant, and it is harder to deal with once established. Finding the leak comes first. Older and listed buildings around Marden's Hill may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Why book us in Marden's Hill
- Every finding written up with photos
- 20+ years’ experience
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- PI and public liability insurance
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Marden's Hill. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
What you can safely check yourself
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That’s where a survey comes in.
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take between one and two hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Marden's Hill frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- You get in touch with details of the leak and any photos.
- Inside, we check the damp area and the roof space above it.
- We check the likely entry points outside, such as flashings, valleys, chimneys and gutters.
- Moisture readings and thermal imaging are used where they help.
- Your report sets out where the water is most likely getting in, with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Book a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Marden's Hill
Groombridge Place, about 3.8 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Marden's Hill. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. 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, and oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses are part of East Sussex’s older buildings. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
Anyone responsible for a site like St John's Church of England Primary School will know that 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 Crowborough station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Take an older house close to St John's Church: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Marden's Hill is about 2 miles north-west of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Marden's Hill gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Marden's Hill is one of the places in East Sussex we cover. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Roof leak investigations in TN6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Friars Vale, St John's Road and Marden's Hill. We also cover the places around Marden's Hill: Friar's Gate (1 mile north-west), Chuck Hatch (2 miles west), Crowborough (2 miles south-east), Steel Cross (2 miles east) and Boarshead (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Lewes (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (15 miles south), Uckfield (7 miles south), South Malling (14 miles south-west), Heathfield (9 miles south-east) and Southover (15 miles south).
Around Marden's Hill
Typical jobs here are in homes near Beacon Academy and The Half Moon Inn. For rail, the closest station is Crowborough station, about 2.7 miles south-east. A little further out are Bolebroke Castle (3.7 miles north-west) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (1.5 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Crowborough Country Park.
How we price roof leak investigations
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. You will know the price for the job before booking.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- When you need the report by
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Marden's Hill: your questions answered
Is Marden's Hill in the area you cover?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Marden's Hill is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
How do I find out if my home in Marden's Hill is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is thermal imaging part of a leak investigation?
We use thermal imaging where it helps, and it is included in our Premium Survey. It picks up temperature patterns rather than water, so we confirm its findings with moisture readings.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
What will the report tell me?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, finishing with recommendations. The most urgent items are made clear.