Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Medstead, Hampshire
Tracing where water is getting into your roof for Medstead, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
About our roof leak investigation in Medstead
On older houses, leaks frequently start at lead work and hidden gutters. Lead flashings crack or lift, valley linings wear and parapet gutters overflow when outlets block. A central valley gutter on a butterfly roof often turns out to be the source. Parapet walls and their gutters are checked from wherever it’s safe. Our report shows what we found, with photos. If you are worried about water that shows only in certain storms and drips from nail tips in a cold loft, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Around Medstead, chimneys on older homes are a common source of leaks, at the flashings, the pointing or the mortar round the pots. Damp in a chimney breast can have more than one cause, so it is not always obvious where it starts. The stack, its flashings and the loft space beside it are all worth checking.
If any part of the leaking roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Medstead (GU34)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Medstead
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Medstead?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Medstead?
Yes, Medstead is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
What should I do before you arrive?
Check the loft can be reached. Gather any photos and notes about when it leaks, and let us know about past repairs. In the meantime, catch the water and keep it clear of lights and sockets.
How do you tell a leak from condensation?
The two can look alike. Drips from nail tips, damp underlay over a wide area and poor loft ventilation point towards condensation. We check the pattern, take moisture readings and tell you which is more likely.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when you book.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
For landlords and managing agents
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Tell us about any past repairs to the roof
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Mention any plumbing above the damp area
- Photograph the stain each time it appears
Once the work is done, hold on to the report. If water appears again, it shows what was found before, which makes the next step quicker.
Plan a roof survey every few years. They’re where most leaks start, and catching wear early keeps water out.
What we can’t see
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Leaks that only appear in weather we can’t recreate
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Flat roof details
- Rooflights and dormers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Lead flashings
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
Places near Medstead
Also in Medstead
Medstead roofs and the weather
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. Bentworth Hall, about 2.1 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Medstead. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you own a rental within reach of Alton station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of the Good Shepherd, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Medstead Church of England Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Medstead is about 4 miles south-west of Alton, in Hampshire. We carry out roof leak investigations in Medstead for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
We cover every part of the GU34 postcode area for roof leak investigations. Local streets include High Street, Five Ash Road and Stoney Lane. We also cover the places around Medstead: Four Marks (1 mile south), South Town (1 mile north-west), Soldridge (1 mile south-west), New Copse (1 mile north) and Hattingley (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (10 miles north), Winchester (12 miles west), Fleet (14 miles north-east), Horndean (15 miles south), Alton (4 miles north-east) and Petersfield (9 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Medstead
The nearest railway station is Alton station, about 4.4 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Barton Castle (3 miles north-west) and Alton Community Hospital (3.1 miles north-east). Open spaces near Medstead include Red Hill.
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The roof’s overall size
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before you book.
What to let us know when you contact us
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. For a survey in Medstead, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
Damp loft insulation loses much of its value. Insulation can soak up water quietly before anything shows below. Catching it early limits what has to be replaced. Blocked gutters on homes around Medstead overflow and soak walls, particularly where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
For a price for your roof in Medstead, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Every finding written up with photos
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.