Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof Leak Investigation in Monkwood
Get a clear view of the leaking roof at a property in Monkwood from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
- Water that shows only in certain storms
DIY checks: what’s safe
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey.
Roof leak investigation in Monkwood: what you get
Moisture readings and thermal imaging are used where they’re useful. Moisture readings show which materials are wet. Thermal imaging shows temperature differences that can point to wet areas, not water itself, so we confirm what it suggests with moisture readings. Thermal imaging is part of the Premium Survey, and moisture detection comes with Standard. The best thermal results come after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We survey flat roof details, the roof space and lead flashings, and people most frequently book us about condensation that looks like a leak and wet patches high on an inside wall.
Being in a small place like Monkwood makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Location
- Monkwood (SO24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Monkwood
Do you carry out roof surveys in Monkwood?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Monkwood as anywhere else.
Is my home in Monkwood listed or in a conservation area?
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. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
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.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
When does the report arrive?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. The report is emailed to you.
Also near Monkwood
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When you need someone else
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Putting the leak right
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- A promise to find every leak on a single visit
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roof details
- Slate and tile slopes
- The roof space
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Rooflights and dormers
- Lead flashings
Wind, rain and roofs in Monkwood
Hinton Ampner House, about 4.8 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Monkwood. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
For an older house near a landmark such as Monkwood Mission Church, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Monkwood is about 6 miles south-west of Alton, in Hampshire. Monkwood gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at what can be seen safely, photos and a clear written report. Monkwood is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover for roof leak investigations. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Roof leak investigations in SO24 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Hill Farm Road, Flint Fields and Soame's Lane. We also cover Charlwood (1 mile north-east), West Tisted (1 mile south-west), Gilbert Street (1 mile north-west), Kitwood (2 miles north) and Ropley (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Basingstoke (14 miles north), Winchester (12 miles west), Havant (15 miles south), Eastleigh (15 miles south-west), Horndean (11 miles south) and Alton (6 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Monkwood
Well-known places in the area include Alton Community Hospital (5.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Monkwood include Red Hill and Shutts Copse.
Roof by roof
Slate and tile slopes
Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles let rain onto the underlay. Older felt may hold for a while, but it tears with age.
Valleys
Leaves and moss build up in valleys and hold water back. In heavy rain, it can spill under the edges of the slates or tiles.
Prices for roof leak investigations in Monkwood
We confirm the price for your survey before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Which survey package you book
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Monkwood
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
Landlords and agents in Monkwood book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the leaking roof.
What happens on the day
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take between one and two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. In a hamlet or village like Monkwood, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You let us know where the water shows and when it appears.
- We look at the stain, the ceiling and the loft above it.
- Outside, we check every likely route in.
- Moisture readings and thermal imaging are used where they help.
- You receive a written report with photos showing the likely source and what needs attention.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Arrange a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or email us to find out.