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Roof Leak Investigation in Plumpton
Find out the condition of the leaking roof at your property in Plumpton from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Damp on a chimney breast
Roof leak investigations around Plumpton
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. With Anne of Cleves House about 4 miles south-east, Plumpton sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you let a flat or house near Plumpton station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Plumpton is about 4 miles north-west of Lewes, in East Sussex. Roofs in Plumpton get the same thorough look as anywhere else in East Sussex. Plumpton is one of the places in East Sussex we cover for roof leak investigations. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Surveys in BN7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Plumpton Lane and Ditchling Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in East Chiltington (1 mile north-east), Streat (1 mile north-west), Chiltington (2 miles north-east), Plumpton Green (2 miles north) and Cooksbridge (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Seaford (12 miles south-east), Lewes (4 miles south-east), Hailsham (14 miles east), Crowborough (14 miles north-east), Uckfield (8 miles north-east) and Newhaven (9 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Plumpton
We work in homes and buildings around The Half Moon Inn. For rail, the closest station is Plumpton station, roughly 1.4 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Lewes Victoria Hospital (3.4 miles south-east) and Clayton Castle (3.7 miles west). Open spaces near Plumpton include Malling Down and Blackcap.
Roof leak investigation in Plumpton
Older homes have more places for water to get in. Worn lead, tired valley linings and blocked parapet outlets are frequent causes. If your home has a butterfly roof, the central valley gutter is a common culprit in heavy rain. We check parapets, valleys and flashings from each safe vantage point. The findings are recorded with photos. We’re often asked to look into drips from nail tips in a cold loft and damp ceilings under a flat roof, across slate and tile slopes, valleys and parapet gutters and flat roof details.
Being in a small place like Plumpton makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Plumpton (BN7)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- An intermittent leak that shows no trace on the day
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Leaks from plumbing, tanks or pipework rather than the roof
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roof details
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Rooflights and dormers
What we’re asked to look at in Plumpton
A roof valley collects the rain from two slopes. Split linings, slipped valley tiles or debris can send that water under the coverings. Leaks from valleys often show up some distance away inside.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
The streets around a church like The Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Before booking anyone
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How long the report takes to arrive
What we look for on each type of roof
Parapet and box gutters
Parapet and box gutters sit behind walls or inside the roof. A blocked outlet sends water over the lining and into the building.
Lead flashings
Some roofs have mortar where you’d expect lead. Fillets crack and pull away over time, and water runs down behind them.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Damp loft insulation loses much of its value. A slow leak can soak it for months before a stain appears. The sooner the cause is found, the less needs replacing. For older village homes like those around Plumpton, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
What you get with us
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Places near Plumpton
What else we do in Plumpton
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we check everything we can see safely. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Older rural homes like those around Plumpton can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We help you choose the package that suits the leak.
- We agree a date, including weekends.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Moisture detection and thermal imaging are used where your package includes them and they help.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
Before the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
How to book
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Related advice
Landlord and commercial surveys in Plumpton
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Plumpton questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Plumpton?
Yes, Plumpton is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Plumpton is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Why does not the damp patch line up with the hole?
Because water travels. It can follow a timber or the underlay a long way first, so the entry point is often well away from the mark. That is why we trace the route rather than patching above the stain.
How quickly is the report sent?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline as you book.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.