Brighton and Hove · London and the South East
Rottingdean Roof Leak Investigation
Not sure what state the leaking roof is in? We carry out roof leak investigations in Rottingdean and across Brighton and Hove.
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
Roof leak investigation in Rottingdean
Leaks tend to begin where one part of a roof meets another. Common entry points include chimney and wall flashings, valleys, parapet and box gutters, and the upstands and outlets on flat roofs. Each of these is checked in turn and follow the evidence. Chimneys, dormers and roof lights each add joints of their own. We check all of them, from each safe vantage point. We survey rooflights and dormers, chimney stacks and flat roof details, and people most often book us about stains around a skylight and damp walls below an overflowing gutter.
For a small place like Rottingdean, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Place
- Rottingdean (BN2)
- Region
- Brighton and Hove
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Rottingdean questions
Will you come out to Rottingdean?
Yes, Rottingdean is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Rottingdean is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What happens next?
The report comes by email, and what you do next is up to you: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Is there anything I need to do ahead of the visit?
Clear the loft hatch so we can get into the roof space. Have any photos of the leak ready, and let us know about past repairs. In the meantime, catch the water and keep it clear of lights and sockets.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How much is a survey?
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
Do you use thermal imaging to find leaks?
Thermal imaging is used where it’s useful, and it’s included in our Premium Survey. It shows temperature differences, not water itself, so we confirm its findings with moisture readings.
What we’re asked to look at in Rottingdean
A chimney stack has a good many places for rain to get in. Eroded pointing, cracked flaunching, failed flashings and open pots can all be responsible. The damp may appear on a chimney breast, a ceiling or in the loft.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
Trees in and around Beacon Hill shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Questions to ask before booking
- Are they insured for the work?
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether VAT is added on top
Rottingdean roofs and the weather
Rottingdean lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Driving rain off the sea can be pushed into gaps that stay dry in calmer weather, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. The wider area around Rottingdean has a long history of building, with Royal Pavilion about 3.2 miles west. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you own a rental within reach of Moulsecoomb station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. Anyone responsible for a site like Longhill High School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Rottingdean is about 3 miles west of Telscombe, in Brighton and Hove. Bookings from Rottingdean are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Rottingdean is one of the towns and villages in Brighton and Hove we cover for roof leak investigations.
Every address in BN2 is within our area for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets like Longhill Road, New Barn Road and Court Ord Road. Close by, we survey roofs in Ovingdean (1 mile west), Roedean (1 mile west), Saltdean (1 mile south-east), East Saltdean (2 miles south-east) and Telscombe (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Brighton (3 miles north-west), Brighton and Hove (6 miles west), Hove (5 miles west), Carlton Hill (3 miles west), Hanover (3 miles west) and West Hill (4 miles west).
Landmarks near Rottingdean
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Ovingdean Hall School, Our Lady of Lourdes RC School and Beacon Hill, among other places. Rottingdean’s nearest station is Moulsecoomb station, about 3.2 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Churchill Square (3.6 miles west) and French Convalescent Home (1.9 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Beacon Hill Local Nature Reserve and Newmarket Hill.
How it works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Somewhere as small as Rottingdean, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We help you choose the package that suits the leak.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- The investigation works from the stain back to the roof.
- Where it’s useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- You get photos, the likely cause and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
For a price for roof leak investigations in Rottingdean, call 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
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Why get it checked now?
Damp in a ceiling or loft can lead to mould. It is unpleasant, and it’s harder to deal with once established. Stopping the water is the first step. Older and listed buildings around Rottingdean may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
For a price for your roof in Rottingdean, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book us in Rottingdean
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Landlords, agents and block managers in Rottingdean
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
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Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
- Make sure the loft is accessible
- Mention any plumbing above the damp area
- Stay off ladders and 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.
Have leaves and moss cleared from gutters, valleys and outlets, ideally once the leaves have fallen. Many leaks start with a blocked outlet. Leave the clearing to someone with the right equipment.
What affects the cost of roof leak investigations
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What to let us know when you get in touch
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- When you need the report by
- What made you get in touch
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.