Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Shanklin, Isle of Wight
An experienced roof surveyor for roof leak investigations in Shanklin. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
Shanklin roofs and the weather
Shanklin lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave. A number of the island’s villages keep thatched roofs on older buildings, and sea air and wind reach every part of the island. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. With Rylstone Manor about 0.4 miles south, the area around Shanklin has a long history. On older roofs nearby, leaks frequently trace back to lead flashings, valleys and gutters. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St. Paul's Church, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Shanklin is about 6 miles south of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. We visit Shanklin as part of our work across the Isle of Wight, for homes and businesses alike. Across the Isle of Wight, we cover Shanklin. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Roof leak investigations in PO37 and PO36 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on High Street, Church Road and Regent Street and the roads around them. Shanklin sits on or near the A3020 and A3055. If you are just outside Shanklin, we cover Luccombe Village (1 mile south), Lake (1 mile north), Sandown (2 miles north-east), Queen's Bower (2 miles north) and Alverstone (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (7 miles north-west), Ryde (6 miles north), Cowes (10 miles north-west), Ventnor (3 miles south-west), East Cowes (10 miles north-west) and Oakfield (6 miles north). Shanklin is one of the larger places we cover in the Isle of Wight. Remote addresses need a little more planning, so tell us where you are when you book.
Around Shanklin
We work in homes and buildings around The Falcon pub and Sandown Bay Academy and the streets around them. Shanklin has its own railway station: Shanklin station. Nearby you will also find Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (less than half a mile north) and Rylstone Manor (under half a mile south). Green spaces nearby include Alverstone Mead and St Boniface Down.
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Shanklin
We use moisture detection and thermal imaging where they help. Moisture detection confirms where timbers, plaster or insulation are damp. A thermal camera shows patterns of temperature rather than water, so we confirm what it suggests with moisture readings. Moisture detection is included in the Standard Survey, and thermal imaging in Premium. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, on a dry roof with little wind. We survey slate and tile slopes, lead flashings and rooflights and dormers, and the problems we are asked to look at most are wet patches on loft insulation and damp patches next to the stack.
In a smaller place like Shanklin, some roofs face open ground, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. A leak that only appears in certain weather frequently points to an exposed detail. It helps to know when and where the water appears. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
The report records the leaking roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Shanklin (PO37, PO36)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Shanklin
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Letting agents and landlords in Shanklin book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the leaking roof.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
A leak at a flashing frequently shows some way from the joint. We check every flashing that could feed the stain.
Parapet and box gutters
We check the linings, joints and outlets where we can see them safely.
Towns and villages near Shanklin
Other services in Shanklin
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
FAQs for Shanklin
Do you cover smaller places like Shanklin?
Yes, Shanklin is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Is the coastal weather around Shanklin hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can thermal imaging help find my roof leak?
Where conditions suit, it can. The best results come after a sunny day, on a dry roof with little wind. Damp areas can hold heat differently from dry ones. We always check what it shows with moisture readings.
Is there anything I need to do before the visit?
Keep a note of when it leaks, and take photos. Clear access to the loft. If water is near any fittings, have an electrician check them.
What happens next?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A leak that returns after a repair normally means the real source wasn’t found. We look past the obvious spot and check each likely route. That’s often what breaks the cycle. With lower homes, common in places like Shanklin, there’s little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
Every price we give includes VAT. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before you book.
Why book with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
The survey, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes between one and two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Being in a smaller place like Shanklin doesn’t change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it’s safe. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We start with what you’ve seen: where the stain is and when it gets worse.
- The visit starts indoors, at the stain and in the loft.
- Likely entry points outside are checked, from flashings and valleys to gutters and outlets.
- Where it helps, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- We email a report with photos, the likely entry point and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
How we price roof leak investigations
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.