Surrey · London and the South East
Martyr's Green Roof Leak Investigation
Not sure what state the leaking roof is in? We carry out roof leak investigations in Martyr's Green and across Surrey.
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Damp on a chimney breast
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Martyr's Green
Leaks tend to begin where one part of a roof meets another. Common entry points include chimney and wall flashings, valleys, parapet and box gutters, and the upstands and outlets on flat roofs. We check each likely route and follow the evidence. Every chimney, dormer and roof light adds more joints to check. We look at all of them, from every safe viewpoint. If you’ve noticed water marks that spread in wet weather and wet patches on loft insulation, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as Martyr's Green, older roofs have often been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you’re 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.
Where we cannot see part of the leaking roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Martyr's Green (KT11)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Martyr's Green
Is my home in Martyr's Green listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover Martyr's Green?
Yes, Martyr's Green is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Why does not the damp patch line up with the hole?
Water rarely drops straight down. It can follow a timber or the underlay a long way first, so the entry point is frequently well away from the mark. That’s why we trace the route rather than patching above the stain.
What’s in the survey report?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photos throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
Does the investigation include the repair?
Our job here is to trace the leak and explain it, and the repair is separate. With the report, a roofer knows exactly where to look.
Prices for roof leak investigations in Martyr's Green
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The roof’s overall size
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What we need to know
What helps most when you contact us:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Practical tips
Getting the most from a roof leak investigation starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Check whether pipes or tanks run near the stain
- Don’t touch fittings that water is reaching
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Stay off ladders and the roof
Where we find more than one possible route, we say which is most likely and why. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant.
Have flashings and flat roofs looked at every few years. Flashings, valleys and flat roof details are frequent weak points, and wear is easier to deal with before water gets in.
Martyr's Green roofs and the weather
Historic houses such as Byfleet Manor, about 2.2 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Martyr's Green goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you own a rental within reach of Effingham Junction station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. Living close to The Forest and the Highlands is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Martyr's Green is about 5 miles south of Weybridge, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Martyr's Green, we can survey the roof. Martyr's Green is one of the places in Surrey we cover for roof leak investigations. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
Surveys in KT11 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You will find streets such as Old Lane and Ockham Lane. Close by, we survey roofs in Hatchford (1 mile north-east), Hatchford End (1 mile north-west), Downside (1 mile north-east), Wisley (2 miles north-west) and Pyrford Green (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (7 miles south-west), Woking (6 miles west), Camberley (13 miles west), Epsom (8 miles east), Horley (15 miles south-east) and Redhill (13 miles east).
Local landmarks in Martyr's Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Forest and the Highlands and The Black Swan pub. The closest station to Martyr's Green is Effingham Junction station, roughly 1.2 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Send and Ripley History Society Museum (2.4 miles west) and Woking Community Hospital (5.1 miles west). Open spaces near Martyr's Green include Boldermere Lake and Papercourt Marshes.
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Cottages and farmhouses around Martyr's Green frequently 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 start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- Inside, we look at the stain and the ceiling around it.
- From the roof space, we trace the water’s route where there’s safe access.
- We inspect the likely entry points outside, from the ground, windows and the roof where safe.
- We email a written report showing where the water most likely gets in.
Getting ready for the survey
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What we cannot see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Water from pipes, tanks or heating systems
- A promise to find every leak on a single visit
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us 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
- Lead flashings
- Rooflights and dormers
- The roof space
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roof details
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks