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Roof Leak Investigation in Oxley's Green
Know where you stand with the leaking roof before you decide what to do next. Roof leak investigations in Oxley's Green, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
- Stains around a skylight
- Condensation that looks like a leak
Roof leak investigations in Oxley's Green: local notes
Bateman's, about 1.9 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Oxley's Green. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs, and the county’s older buildings include oast houses and Wealden hall houses. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
If you own a rental within reach of Robertsbridge station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Oxley's Green is about 9 miles north of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. We cover Oxley's Green and the rest of East Sussex. We cover towns and villages across East Sussex. There is also a page for Maidstone.
Every address in TN32 is within our area for roof leak investigations. Close by, we survey roofs in Hollingrove (1 mile south), Brightling (1 mile south-west), Twelve Oaks (1 mile south), Netherfield (2 miles south-east) and Robertsbridge (3 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Eastbourne (14 miles south-west), Hastings (10 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles south), Hailsham (10 miles south-west), Crowborough (12 miles north-west) and St Leonards (10 miles south-east).
Near you in Oxley's Green
Oxley's Green’s nearest station is Robertsbridge station, roughly 2.8 miles north-east. A little further out are Ticehurst House Hospital (5.6 miles north) and Old Castle (2.8 miles south-west).
Roof leak investigation in Oxley's Green
On older houses, leaks often start at lead work and hidden gutters. Lead flashings crack or lift, valley linings wear and parapet gutters overflow when outlets block. If your home has a butterfly roof, the central valley gutter is a common culprit. Parapet walls and their gutters are looked at from wherever it is safe. Our report shows what we found, with photos. We survey the roof space, flat roof details and rooflights and dormers, and people most often book us about damp ceilings under a flat roof and drips in the loft during heavy rain.
For a small place like Oxley's Green, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Oxley's Green (TN32)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Oxley's Green
What else we do in Oxley's Green
Landlord and commercial surveys in Oxley's Green
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
What we look for on each type of roof
Parapet and box gutters
Some older terraces have a butterfly roof with a valley gutter in the middle. Problems there often show in the rooms on the top floor.
Lead flashings
Mortar fillets are sometimes used instead of lead. They crack as the roof and wall move, letting rain run behind the joint.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
What we are asked to look at in Oxley's Green
Chimneys can let water in by several routes. Water can enter through crumbling mortar, cracked flaunching, worn flashings or uncapped pots. The damp may appear on a chimney breast, a ceiling or in the loft.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
- Staining around the chimney inside
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
- Stains around a skylight
Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Thomas A Becket: water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
What happens on the day
The visit has one job: to see as much of the leaking roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Cottages and farmhouses around Oxley's Green frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- You get in touch with details of the leak and any photos.
- Inside, we check the damp area and the loft space above it.
- Likely entry points outside are looked at, from flashings and valleys to gutters and outlets.
- Where it helps, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- We email a report with photos, the likely entry point and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Oxley's Green
Do you carry out roof surveys in Oxley's Green?
Yes, Oxley's Green is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Oxley's Green?
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. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Could my leak actually be condensation?
It’s a common question. A leak usually shows in one area and follows rain, while condensation is often widespread and worst on cold days. The report explains which it looks like and what to do.
What this survey cannot tell you
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Whether rotten timbers meet design loads
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
- Carrying out the fix
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Rooflights and dormers
- The roof space
- Flat roof details
- Slate and tile slopes
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks