Hampshire · London and the South East
Ramsdean Roof Leak Investigation
Know where you stand with the leaking roof before you spend money on it. We carry out roof leak investigations in Ramsdean.
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Water that shows only in certain storms
Roof leak investigation in Ramsdean: what you get
We investigate roof leaks in Ramsdean and across London and South East England. Surveys are carried out on weekdays and at weekends. We look inside and out, at flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details. You get a report with photos and recommendations. If it’s leaking right now, contain the water and keep it clear of electrics, and then ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We are often asked to look into leaks at a dormer or roof window and drips from nail tips in a cold loft, on rooflights and dormers, the roof space and valleys and parapet gutters.
Being in a small place like Ramsdean makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It’s useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Where
- Ramsdean (GU32)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Rural addresses near Ramsdean can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You get in touch with details of the leak and any photos.
- Inside, we check the damp area and the loft space above it.
- We check the likely entry points outside, such as flashings, valleys, chimneys and gutters.
- Moisture readings and thermal imaging are used where they help.
- Your report sets out where the water is most likely getting in, with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know where you stand. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Do you need a roof leak investigation in Ramsdean?
Many leaks begin at a flashing. Lead or mortar closes the gap wherever a roof meets a wall, chimney or dormer. Once that seal cracks or lifts, water gets behind it.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
- Damp on a chimney breast
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
Take a building like Langrish Primary School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What experience they bring
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
What a roof leak investigation does not cover
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Leaks from plumbing, tanks or pipework rather than the roof
- What’s under the covering or behind the plaster
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- The roof space
- Rooflights and dormers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roof details
Different roofs, different checks
Slate and tile slopes
‘Nail fatigue’ is a common cause of slipped slates. One slipped slate can be enough to cause a leak, especially in driving rain.
Flat roof upstands and outlets
Upstands seal the edge of a flat roof where it meets a wall. If it’s too low, cracked or poorly dressed, water gets behind it.
Checking the roof from ground level
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in.
Ramsdean questions
How do I find out if my home in Ramsdean is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Ramsdean in the area you cover?
Yes, Ramsdean is within the area we cover. We work right across 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.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
How do I arrange a roof leak investigation in Ramsdean?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Is thermal imaging part of a leak investigation?
It can, when the conditions are right. The best results come after a sunny day, on a dry roof with little wind. Wet insulation holds heat longer than dry, which can show up on the image. Its findings are confirmed with a moisture check.
What do I do with the report?
The report arrives by email, with photographs and clear recommendations. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
What will the report tell me?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photos. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too, so you know exactly what was covered.
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Ramsdean
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
If you own a rental within reach of Petersfield station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. The streets around a church such as Church of St John the Evangelist are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Ramsdean is about 2 miles west of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in Ramsdean, we can carry out roof leak investigations at your property. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. There’s also a page for Portsmouth.
Surveys in GU32 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you are just outside Ramsdean, we cover Weston (1 mile east), Buriton (2 miles south-east), Nursted (3 miles east), Chalton (4 miles south) and Blendworth (5 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (15 miles west), Gosport (15 miles south-west), Havant (9 miles south), Fareham (13 miles south-west), Horndean (6 miles south) and Alton (11 miles north).
Around Ramsdean
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Petersfield School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Petersfield station, roughly 2.3 miles east. Nearby you will also find Clanfield Earthwork (3.3 miles south) and Bear Museum (2.5 miles east). Open spaces near Ramsdean include Pidham Hill.
For landlords and managing agents
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.