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Roof leak investigation in Nether Wallop, Hampshire
Tracing where water is getting into your roof for Nether Wallop, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
How the survey changes by roof type
Valleys
A valley leak can appear well away from the valley inside. From inside the loft space, we follow the water’s route back.
Lead flashings
A leak at a flashing often shows some way from the joint. That’s why we check the flashings near a stain, not just the one directly above.
About our roof leak investigation in Nether Wallop
The aim is to find where the water is getting in and explain it. The report shows, with photos, where we believe the water gets in and how it travels, plus recommendations on what needs attention. It gives any roofer a clear brief. We find and report the source, and the repair itself is a separate job. Typical surveys look at leaks below a flat extension roof and condensation that looks like a leak, on lead flashings, valleys and parapet gutters and the roof space.
Roofs in small places like Nether Wallop often stand in the open, 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.
What you get is a clear record of the leaking roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Location
- Nether Wallop (SO20)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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What else we do in Nether Wallop
What we do, step by step
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. For a village or hamlet like Nether Wallop, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- 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.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Nether Wallop
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the leaking roof, with photos.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Common roof problems in Nether Wallop
Flashings are one of the commonest sources of roof leaks. 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.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
Take an older house close to Church of St Andrew: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- When you’ll get the report
- What the survey will not cover
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Nether Wallop
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
If you own a rental within reach of Grateley station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Wallop Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Nether Wallop is about 7 miles south-west of Andover, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Nether Wallop and the rest of Hampshire. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the SO20 postcode area for roof leak investigations. We offer roof leak investigations to properties on Church Road, High Street and Church Hill and the roads around them. We also cover Middle Wallop (1 mile north-west), Over Wallop (2 miles north-west), Kentsboro (2 miles north), Red Rice (4 miles north-east) and Fox (4 miles north). Further out, we also cover Winchester (12 miles south-east), Eastleigh (15 miles south-east), Andover (7 miles north-east), Totton (15 miles south), Chandler's Ford (13 miles south-east) and Romsey (10 miles south).
Near you in Nether Wallop
In Nether Wallop, that means homes and buildings near The Old Butchers Arms, among other places. The closest station to Nether Wallop is Grateley station, roughly 3.8 miles north-west. Green spaces nearby include Boscombe Down East.
Nether Wallop: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Nether Wallop is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is Nether Wallop in the area you cover?
Yes, Nether Wallop is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We check everything that can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photos are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when booking.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
What a roof leak investigation doesn’t cover
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Leaks that only appear in weather we cannot recreate
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flat roof details
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Rooflights and dormers
- Lead flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- The roof space