West Sussex · London and the South East
Roffey Roof Leak Investigation
Roof leak investigations across Roffey, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Damp patches next to the stack
Roof leak investigation in Roffey: what you get
Some leaks only appear in certain weather. Driving rain from one direction, melting snow or a gutter that overflows in a downpour can all set it off. Telling us when it happens helps a lot and so do photos. We look for the clues it leaves behind, such as tide marks, stained timbers and damp underlay. Moisture detection shows which materials are still damp. We survey flat roof details, chimney stacks and the roof space, and common reasons people get in touch are stains around a skylight and drips from nail tips in a cold loft.
In a smaller place like Roffey, some roofs face open ground, where driving rain gets into any gap at a ridge, verge or flashing. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that is a useful clue. It’s useful to know when and where the water appears. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Roffey (RH12, RH13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Mention earlier attempts to fix the leak
- Note the weather when the leak shows
- Catch drips in a bucket and protect the floor
- Check whether pipes or tanks run near the stain
If the leak turns out to be condensation, the report says so, with recommendations on ventilation. That avoids roof work that wouldn’t help.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, particularly in autumn. Blocked outlets on parapet and flat roofs cause many leaks. Leave the clearing to someone with the right equipment.
What we can’t see
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- A structural engineer’s report
- Putting the leak right
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Roffey
- Rooflights and dormers
- Flat roof details
- Lead flashings
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
Roof leak investigations around Roffey
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
If you let a flat or house near Littlehaven station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Northolmes Junior School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints Church, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Roffey is about 1 mile north-east of Horsham, in West Sussex. Bookings from Roffey are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Roffey is one of the places in West Sussex we cover.
Every address in RH12 and RH13 is within our area for roof leak investigations. You’ll find streets such as Innes Road, Agate Lane and Manor Road, all of which we cover. Other places close to Roffey include Mannings Heath (2 miles south), Faygate (2 miles north-east), Colgate (2 miles east), Monk's Gate (3 miles south) and Kilnwood Vale (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Crawley (5 miles north-east), Haywards Heath (10 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (11 miles south-east), East Grinstead (13 miles east), Broadfield (4 miles east) and Storrington (12 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Roffey
In Roffey, that means homes and buildings near Bohunt Horsham and Millais School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Littlehaven station, about 0.6 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Christs Hospital School Museum (3.5 miles south-west) and Horsham Hospital (1.1 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Warnham LNR.
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Roffey
Landlords, agents and building managers in Roffey and across West Sussex can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Landlords and letting agents in Roffey book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the leaking roof, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
What affects the price in Roffey
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we can help you choose.
What we need to know
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
Questions from Roffey
Do you cover Roffey?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Roffey is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Is my home in Roffey listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Does the investigation include the repair?
This service finds and reports the cause, and the repair is separate. With the report, a roofer knows exactly where to look.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
What does the report include?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photographs. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Can every leak be traced?
Not always, and we’ll be honest about that. Some leaks hide well, especially those that need wind-driven rain. If we cannot be sure, the report ranks the possible sources.
How it works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take about one to two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Roffey, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- You pick a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect inside and out, starting from the stain.
- Moisture detection and thermal imaging are used where your package includes them and they help.
- You get photos, the likely cause and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Arrange a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.