Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Picket Twenty, Hampshire
Tracing where water is getting into your roof across Picket Twenty, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
Roof leak investigation in Picket Twenty: what you get
Flat roofs leak in their own ways. Common causes are splits and blisters, tired upstands and outlets that do not drain. Ponding water makes any weakness worse. We check the roof surface and the ceiling below to narrow it down. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are frequent sources of leaks. Felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, so age is part of the picture. We survey valleys and parapet gutters, flat roof details and rooflights and dormers, and common reasons people get in touch are damp ceilings under a flat roof and damp on a chimney breast.
Somewhere as small as Picket Twenty, 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. We check what can safely be seen and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Picket Twenty (SP10, SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
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. Don’t go up yourself.
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Record whether it leaks in every downpour or only some
- Check the loft is accessible
- Do not touch fittings that water is reaching
- 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 isn’t clear.
Have flashings and flat roofs looked at every few years. They’re where most leaks start, and catching wear early keeps water out.
What we do, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. In a hamlet or village like Picket Twenty, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- Inside, we check the stain and the ceiling around 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.
- We email a written report showing where the water most likely gets in.
Before the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
Related advice
Why get it checked now?
Guesswork repairs are a common reason leaks keep coming back. Because water travels, the real entry point may be somewhere else. We find the probable source before anyone starts work. Outbuildings and barns around Picket Twenty are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Why us?
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Picket Twenty
Is Picket Twenty in the area you cover?
Yes, Picket Twenty is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Picket Twenty is listed?
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.
How should I prepare for the leak investigation?
Note when the leak appears and what the weather was doing, and take photos. Move stored items away from the loft hatch. Keep away from any light or socket that water is reaching.
Do you use thermal imaging to find leaks?
Thermal imaging is used where it is useful, and it is included in our Premium Survey. It picks up temperature patterns rather than water, so we confirm its findings with moisture readings.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Does the investigation include the repair?
This service finds and reports the cause, and the repair is separate. The report gives any roofer a clear brief.
Leaks and storm damage in Picket Twenty
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East frequently 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.
For hotels and guest houses around Picket Twenty, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Pilgrims' Cross CofE Aided Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. For landlords with property near Andover station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Picket Twenty is about 1 mile east of Andover, in Hampshire. Roofs in Picket Twenty get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Every address in SP10 and SP11 is covered for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Levy Road, London Road and Stalls Road, and we cover them all. Being close to the A3093, Picket Twenty is easy for us to reach. Nearby, we also carry out roof leak investigations in Andover Down (1 mile north-east), Finkley Down (1 mile north), Picket Piece (1 mile north-east), Andover (1 mile west) and East Anton (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (12 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles south), Hyde (11 miles south-east), Tidworth (9 miles west), Weeke (11 miles south-east) and Kempshott (14 miles east).
Landmarks near Picket Twenty
In Picket Twenty, that means homes and buildings near Winton Community Academy and Winton Community Academy, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Andover station, about 1.8 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Finkley Down Farm Museum (1 mile north) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (1.9 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
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What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- How big the roof is
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The address and postcode of the property
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- When you need the report by
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.