Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Roof Leak Investigation in Moortown
We take a careful look at the leaking roof at your property in Moortown, with photographs and a written report.
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Damp on a chimney breast
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
How the survey works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where it applies. The survey normally takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a small place like Moortown, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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 is useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
Before the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
Advice
Roof leak investigation in Moortown
Our roof leak investigations cover Moortown and the wider South East. 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 it’s leaking right now, contain the water and keep it clear of electrics, then call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. If you’ve noticed wet patches high on an inside wall and damp ceilings under a flat roof, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Being in a small place like Moortown makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
If any part of the leaking roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Moortown (PO30)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Guesswork repairs are a common reason leaks keep coming back. The real way in may be a metre or more away. An investigation finds the likely cause first. In a place like Moortown, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Why us?
- An independent view of the roof
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- 98% customer satisfaction
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Other services in Moortown
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
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. Do not go up yourself.
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Clear the loft hatch so we can get in
- Record whether it leaks in every downpour or only some
- Catch drips in a bucket and protect the floor
- Have an electrician check any wet fittings
Where we find more than one possible route, we say which is most likely and why. We say which items need prompt attention, so you know what to deal with first.
Look at the roof from ground level after strong winds. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles and debris on the ground are signs to act on. Prompt repairs stop gaps turning into leaks.
Moortown questions
Will you come out to Moortown?
Yes, Moortown is covered. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Is my home in Moortown listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
What’s in the report?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, and ends with what we recommend. Points are put in order of urgency where relevant.
How much does a roof leak investigation cost in Moortown?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included.
How do I arrange a roof leak investigation in Moortown?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
How long does the visit take?
On site, it normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Report times depend on the package.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Moortown roofs and the weather
Moortown is within about 2 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can. About 1.3 miles west lies Mottistone Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Moortown has been built on. If yours is one of the older homes, 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.
Take a building like Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School: a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Moortown is about 6 miles south-west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Wherever you are in Moortown, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Moortown is one of the towns and villages in the Isle of Wight we cover. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Roof leak investigations in PO30 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Main Road, Moor Lane and Upper Lane. If you are just outside Moortown, we cover Brighstone (1 mile south), Thorncross (1 mile south-east), Shorwell (2 miles east), Little Atherfield (3 miles south-east) and Atherfield Green (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Newport (6 miles north-east), Ryde (12 miles north-east), Cowes (9 miles north-east), Sandown (10 miles east), Shanklin (10 miles east) and Ventnor (9 miles south-east). If you are somewhere remote, the survey takes a little more planning.
Around Moortown
We work in homes and buildings around The Three Bishops pub and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Brighstone Village Museum (within half a mile south) and Whitecroft Hospital (4.5 miles east). Open spaces near Moortown include Brighstone Down.
What affects the price in Moortown
We confirm the price for your survey before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Which survey package you book
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The shape of the roof and its details
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Do you need a roof leak investigation in Moortown?
A chimney stack has lots of places for rain to get in. Eroded pointing, cracked flaunching, failed flashings and open pots can all be responsible. It can show up on the chimney breast, nearby ceilings or in the roof space.
Problems we come across often include:
- Damp on a chimney breast
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
For an older house near a landmark like St. Mary's Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What the survey won’t cover
- Is VAT included in the price?