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Roof Leak Investigation in Rotherfield
Tracing where water is getting into your roof across Rotherfield, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Staining around the chimney inside
Roof leak investigation in Rotherfield: what you get
Flat roofs leak in their own ways. Splits, blisters, failed laps, worn upstands and blocked outlets are common causes. Standing water puts extra pressure on every weak point. We look at the roof surface and the ceiling below. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are frequent sources of leaks. An ageing felt roof is a frequent culprit. We survey slate and tile slopes, flat roof details and valleys and parapet gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are water through the ceiling under a flat roof and water coming in around a roof light or dormer.
Roofs in small places like Rotherfield often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Rotherfield (TN6)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Rotherfield
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Older rural homes like those around Rotherfield can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- You let us know where the water shows and when it appears.
- Inside, we check the damp area and the roof 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
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
FAQs for Rotherfield
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Rotherfield?
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.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Rotherfield?
Yes, Rotherfield is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Rotherfield as anywhere else.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Can a leak be traced on a dry day?
In many cases, yes. Leaks leave clues, such as staining, damp timber and moisture in materials. Intermittent leaks can be harder, so your photos and notes from wet days are very useful.
How many surveys have you done?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Will you fix the leak as part of this?
A leak investigation finds and reports the likely source. The repair itself is a separate job. The report shows where the water gets in and what should be done.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Nearby places to Rotherfield
Also in Rotherfield
What affects the price in Rotherfield
To price your survey, we look at:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The roof’s overall size
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Booking your survey
There is no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- Anything about access we should know
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The property’s address and postcode
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
Useful tips for Rotherfield property owners
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Have an electrician check any wet fittings
- Mention any plumbing above the damp area
- Write down the wind direction and rain when it leaks
- Let us know about any past repairs to the roof
Once the work is done, hold on to the report. If the leak returns, it is a useful record of what was found, which makes the next step quicker.
Have flashings and flat roofs looked at every few years. Flashings, valleys and flat roof details are frequent weak points, and catching wear early keeps water out.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Patching the spot above the stain often doesn’t work. The real way in may be a metre or more away. An investigation finds the likely cause first, so the repair is aimed at the right place. In a small place like Rotherfield, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the exact price before you book.
Why book with us
- A written report with photographs
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
What a roof leak investigation does not cover
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
- Carrying out the fix
- Leaks that only appear in weather we can’t recreate
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roof details
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Rooflights and dormers
Rotherfield roofs and the weather
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings, alongside oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your 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, so check with the council.
For landlords with property near Crowborough station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. For an older house near a landmark such as The Parish Church of St Denys, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. Anyone responsible for a site like Rotherfield Primary School will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Rotherfield is about 2 miles east of Crowborough, in East Sussex. Rotherfield gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at whatever is safely visible, photos and a clear written report. Across East Sussex, we cover Rotherfield. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
All of TN6 is covered for roof leak investigations. Whether your property is on Church Road, Station Road and Church Walk or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Rotherfield: High Cross (1 mile south-east), Town Row (1 mile north-east), Argos Hill (1 mile south-east), Mark Cross (2 miles north-east) and Woolbridge (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Lewes (15 miles south-west), Hailsham (13 miles south), Uckfield (7 miles south-west), South Malling (15 miles south-west), Heathfield (6 miles south) and Southover (15 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Rotherfield
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Beacon Academy, The King's Arms Public House and St Joseph Seminary and the streets around them. The closest station to Rotherfield is Crowborough station, about 1.3 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (2.7 miles west). The countryside around Rotherfield includes Crowborough Country Park.