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Roof leak investigation in Mortimer West End, West Berkshire
Get a clear view of the leaking roof at a property in Mortimer West End from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Stains around a skylight
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
What we are asked to look at in Mortimer West End
When a slate slips or a tile cracks, the underlay takes the water. Old bitumen felt may cope for a while, but it tears and sags with age, while some very old roofs have nothing under the coverings. Corroded nails, known as ‘nail fatigue’, are a frequent cause on slate roofs.
Common reasons to book include:
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
If you live near a park such as Padworth Common Local Nature Reserve, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
What to check before booking
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Their report turnaround times
- What exactly goes into their report
- Are they insured for the work?
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Mortimer West End
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. Even on a dry day, a leak typically leaves clues: stained timbers, tide marks and damp underlay. Moisture readings show where materials are still wet. We survey the roof space, lead flashings and chimney stacks, and people most frequently book us about damp underlay across a wide area and water through the ceiling under a flat roof.
Somewhere as small as Mortimer West End, 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.
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
- Mortimer West End (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What affects the cost of roof leak investigations
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
What to let us know when you contact us
These details help when you get in touch:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The address and postcode of the property
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
For a price for roof leak investigations in Mortimer West End, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Mortimer West End roofs and the weather
Stratfield Saye House, about 4.3 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Mortimer West End. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
If you own a rental within reach of Mortimer station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St.Saviours: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Mortimer West End is about 2 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. Whether the building in Mortimer West End is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Mortimer West End is one of the towns and villages in West Berkshire where we work. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in RG7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Church Road, Back Lane and Chapel Road or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Mortimer West End include Mortimer (1 mile north-east), Three Ashes (2 miles south), Stratfield Mortimer (2 miles east), Burghfield Common (2 miles north-east) and West End Green (3 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Newbury (10 miles west), Thatcham (8 miles west), Speenhamland (10 miles west), Spencers Wood (6 miles east), Calcot (5 miles north) and Shaw (10 miles west).
Near you in Mortimer West End
We work in homes and buildings around Padworth Common Local Nature Reserve, The Red Lion Public House and The Willink School, among other places. Mortimer West End’s nearest station is Mortimer station, about 2.4 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Calleva Museum (1.1 miles south) and Beaumys Castle (4.8 miles east). The countryside around Mortimer West End includes Hosehill Lake.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Wet insulation doesn’t insulate well. A slow leak can soak it for months before a stain appears. The sooner the cause is found, the less needs replacing. In a place like Mortimer West End, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why book us in Mortimer West End
- 20+ years’ experience
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Prices that include VAT
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take about one to two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Around Mortimer West End, 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.
- The visit starts indoors, at the stain and in the loft.
- We check the likely entry points outside, such as flashings, valleys, chimneys and gutters.
- Where it helps, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- You receive a written report with photos showing the likely source and what needs attention.
Before we arrive
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
For landlords and managing agents
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Landlords and agents in Mortimer West End book surveys as well as householders. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the leaking roof.
Tips from our surveys
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Mention any plumbing above the damp area
- Photograph the stain each time it appears
- Keep water away from lights and sockets
- Protect furniture and flooring under the leak
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, and Premium includes an in-person consultation. You can ask us about anything that is not clear.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, ideally once the leaves have fallen. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet. Leave the clearing to someone with the right equipment.
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Mortimer West End
Is my home in Mortimer West End listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Mortimer West End in the area you cover?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Mortimer West End is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when you book.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We check everything that can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included.