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Roof leak investigation in Maudlin, West Sussex
Roof leak investigations in Maudlin and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
Different roofs, different checks
Slate and tile slopes
Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles let rain onto the underlay. Ageing felt eventually lets water through.
Valleys
A valley leak can appear well away from the valley inside. From inside the roof space, we follow the water’s route back.
Roof leak investigation in Maudlin
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. Notes on when it leaks, and what the weather was doing, help us, along with any photos you’ve taken. We look for the clues it leaves behind, such as tide marks, stained timbers and damp underlay. Moisture detection shows which materials are still damp. Common reasons to book are damp patches next to the stack and leaks that appear only in driving rain, on slate and tile slopes, chimney stacks and valleys and parapet gutters.
Many homes in small places like Maudlin face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Maudlin (PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Also in Maudlin
Common roof problems in Maudlin
Many leaks begin at a flashing. Lead or mortar closes the gap wherever a roof meets a wall, chimney or dormer. When lead lifts or splits, or a mortar fillet cracks, rain runs straight in, often well away from where it shows.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Staining around the chimney inside
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
If you own a rental within reach of Chichester station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Do not climb onto the roof to look
- Let us know what has already been tried
- Photograph the stain each time it appears
- Protect furniture and flooring under the leak
Keep the report after the work is done. If the leak returns, it is a useful record of what was found.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, especially in autumn. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet. Use a professional rather than climbing up yourself.
What affects the price in Maudlin
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the price for the job before booking.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- What’s prompted the survey
- When you need the report by
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
The survey, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes between one and two hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Around Maudlin, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you’ve seen: where the stain is and when it gets worse.
- We check the stain, the ceiling and the loft above it.
- Likely entry points outside are looked at, from flashings and valleys to gutters and outlets.
- We use moisture detection, and thermal imaging where it is useful.
- You receive a written report with photos showing the likely source and what needs attention.
Preparing for the visit
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
How to book
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Leaks and storm damage in Maudlin
Maudlin lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Anyone responsible for a site like The March CofE Primary School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. The streets around a church such as The Parish Church of St Peter are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Maudlin is about 2 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. We carry out roof leak investigations in Maudlin for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
All of PO18 is covered for roof leak investigations. Whether your property is on Augustus Way, Vespasian Close and Stane Street or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Westhampnett (1 mile west), Shopwyke (1 mile south), Westerton (1 mile north), Strettington (1 mile north-east) and Waterbeach (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (8 miles south), Littlehampton (10 miles east), Emsworth (8 miles west) and Rustington (11 miles east).
Local landmarks in Maudlin
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Chichester High School For Girls, The Coach And Horses Public House and Westbourne House School and the streets around them. The closest station to Maudlin is Chichester station, about 2.1 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Chichester Castle (1.6 miles south-west) and The Chichester City Museum (1.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Levin Down.
FAQs for Maudlin
How do I find out if my home in Maudlin is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Maudlin, take more of a battering?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we do not provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. The report will say if you need an engineer.
How soon will I get the report?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
- The repair itself (the investigation finds and reports the cause)
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Flat roof details
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Rooflights and dormers
- Valleys and parapet gutters