Portsmouth · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Rudmore, Portsmouth
Not sure what state the leaking roof is in? We carry out roof leak investigations in Rudmore and across Portsmouth.
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. Homes around Rudmore often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- 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
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Advice
Roof leak investigation in Rudmore: what you get
Most roof leaks start at a joint rather than the middle of a slope. 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. Every chimney, dormer and roof light adds more joints to check. Each one is checked from wherever it is safe to see it. We survey chimney stacks, lead flashings and slate and tile slopes, and people most often book us about leaks that appear only in driving rain and wet patches high on an inside wall.
In older homes around places like Rudmore, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Finding where it gets in, and whether it is old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are frequently the first clues.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the leaking roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Rudmore (PO2, PO1)
- Wider area
- Portsmouth
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What else we do in Rudmore
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- The repair itself (the investigation finds and reports the cause)
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- Water from pipes, tanks or heating systems
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Rudmore
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Rooflights and dormers
- Flat roof details
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
Do you need a roof leak investigation in Rudmore?
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and splits, blisters and lifting laps let water in. Leaks frequently start at the edges, upstands and outlets.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
- Damp patches next to the stack
If you live near a park like Alexandra Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Their report turnaround times
- What they will not be able to tell you
Rudmore questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Rudmore?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you come out to Rudmore?
Yes. Rudmore is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show.
How long does the visit take?
The visit normally takes between one and two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. We’ll confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access as you book.
What affects the cost of roof leak investigations
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Roof area
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
We will typically ask about:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where the property is, with the postcode
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or email us. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Rudmore
Rudmore is within about 1 mile of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
For businesses in and around places such as Tricorn Centre, water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast. A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around Rudmore means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it pays to find faults before guests do.
Rudmore is about 1 mile north-west of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. We carry out roof leak investigations in Rudmore for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Rudmore is one of the towns and villages in Portsmouth where we work for roof leak investigations.
Roof leak investigations in PO2 and PO1 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a roof leak investigation at a property on Knox Road, Wharf Road and Croft Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Rudmore is on the M275 and A2047, so it is easy for us to get to. We also cover the places around Rudmore: North End (1 mile north-east), Tipner (1 mile north-west), Portsmouth (1 mile south-east), Landport (1 mile south) and Copnor (1 mile east).
Local landmarks in Rudmore
Typical jobs here are in homes near Alexandra Park, The Admiral Drake pub and Mayfield School. The nearest railway station is Portsmouth & Southsea station, about 1.1 miles south. A little further out are Tricorn Centre (0.8 miles south) and Portchester Castle (2.1 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings
A leak at a flashing frequently shows some way from the joint. That is why we check the flashings near a stain, not just the one directly above.
Valleys
Stains from a valley leak frequently show some distance off. From inside the loft space, we follow the water’s route back.