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Roof Leak Investigation in Northchapel
An experienced roof surveyor for roof leak investigations in Northchapel. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Staining around the chimney inside
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Northchapel
Water is good at hiding where it gets in. It can run along a rafter, a batten or the underlay before it drips, so a ceiling stain is rarely directly below the cause. We follow it back towards where it starts, one likely route at a time. A repair aimed only at the stain can miss the cause entirely. Tracing the route first means any work can be aimed at the right place. If you’ve noticed leaks below a flat extension roof and damp on a chimney breast, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on rooflights and dormers, flat roof details and chimney stacks alike.
Roofs in small places like Northchapel often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Northchapel (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
How it works
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around Northchapel often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- You tell us where the water appears, when, and what the weather was doing.
- We examine the damp area and the rooms near it.
- In the loft, we follow any signs of water back towards the roof.
- We inspect the likely entry points outside, from ground level, windows and the roof where safe.
- You receive a report with the likely source, photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Wind, rain and roofs in Northchapel
Historic houses such as Petworth House, about 4.9 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Northchapel goes. 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. In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Michael: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Northchapel Community Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Northchapel is about 12 miles south-east of Farnham, in West Sussex. We visit Northchapel as part of our work across West Sussex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our West Sussex coverage includes Northchapel. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across the GU28 postcode area for roof leak investigations. That includes homes and businesses on Pipers Lane, Valentines Lea and St Michaels Close and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Ebernoe (2 miles south-east), Shillinglee (2 miles north-east), Lurgashall (2 miles south-west), Ansteadbrook (2 miles north-west) and Ramsnest Common (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Horsham (14 miles east), Storrington (13 miles south-east), Billingshurst (9 miles east), Roffey (15 miles east), Southwater (13 miles east) and Midhurst (7 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Northchapel
Typical jobs here are in homes near Deepwell Tavern. The closest station to Northchapel is Haslemere station, roughly 4 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Haslemere and District Hospital (3.7 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Shillinglee Lake and Blackdown.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Northchapel
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the leaking roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Common roof problems in Northchapel
Valleys carry a lot of water. Split linings, slipped valley tiles or debris can push water under the slates or tiles. Leaks from valleys often show up some distance away inside.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Damp patches next to the stack
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
For landlords with property near Haslemere station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- How soon the report will arrive
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Their track record with similar roofs
FAQs for Northchapel
Do you carry out roof surveys in Northchapel?
Yes, Northchapel is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Northchapel listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is it a leak or condensation?
The two can look alike. Drips from nail tips, damp underlay over a wide area and poor loft ventilation point towards condensation. We look at the pattern, take moisture readings and tell you which is more likely.
When does the report arrive?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. Each one is emailed, ready to forward.
How do I book a survey in Northchapel?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, so you can see what we mean.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
What a roof leak investigation doesn’t cover
It is useful to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- The repair itself (the investigation finds and reports the cause)
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- A promise to find every leak on a single visit
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flat roof details
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- The roof space
- Rooflights and dormers
Nearby places to Northchapel
Also in Northchapel
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof upstands and outlets
The upturned edge of a flat roof covering keeps water out at walls. A low or cracked upstand is a common way in.
Chimney stacks
Damp on a chimney breast inside often starts at the top of the stack. Open, unused pots let rain fall down the flue.