Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Shillington Roof Leak Investigation
Not sure what state the leaking roof is in? You can book a roof leak investigation in Shillington and across Hertfordshire.
- Stains around a skylight
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
Roof leak investigation in Shillington: what you get
Our roof leak investigations cover Shillington and the wider South East. We visit seven days a week. The investigation covers inside and out, from the stain to the likely entry points. The findings come in a written report with photos. If it is leaking right now, contain the water and keep it clear of electrics, then call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to arrange a visit. Common reasons to book are stains around a skylight and damp on a chimney breast, across slate and tile slopes, valleys and parapet gutters and lead flashings.
In a village or hamlet like Shillington, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. We check what can be seen safely and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the leaking roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Shillington (SG5)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Parapet and box gutters
Linings, joints and outlets are inspected wherever it’s safe.
Flat roof upstands and outlets
The upturned edge of a flat roof covering keeps water out at walls. If it is too low, cracked or poorly dressed, water gets behind it.
Leaks and storm damage in Shillington
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Shillington Lower School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of All Saints, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. If you let a flat or house near Arlesey station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Shillington is about 5 miles north-west of Hitchin, in Hertfordshire. Shillington is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Shillington is one of the towns and villages in Hertfordshire where we work. There is also a page for Milton Keynes.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof leak investigations: SG5. You’ll find streets like Hillfoot Road, New Walk and Church View Avenue, and we cover them all. If you’re just outside Shillington, we cover Hanscombe End (1 mile west), Apsley End (1 mile south-west), Pirton (2 miles south-east), Hexton (3 miles south-west) and Pegsdon (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Stevenage (10 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (15 miles south-east), Harpenden (12 miles south), Hitchin (5 miles south-east), Letchworth (6 miles east) and Letchworth Garden City (6 miles east).
What’s near Shillington
We work in homes and buildings around The Five Bells Public House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Arlesey station, about 4.6 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Fairfield Hospital (4.9 miles east) and Stondon Motor Museum (2.1 miles east). Open spaces near Shillington include Cain Hill and Pegsdon Hills.
When you need someone else
It’s useful to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- The repair itself (the investigation finds and reports the cause)
- Leaks that only appear in weather we cannot recreate
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- The roof space
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Rooflights and dormers
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roof details
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
Why act early in Shillington
Damp in a ceiling or loft can lead to mould. Once mould takes hold, it’s harder to clear. Finding the leak comes first. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Shillington, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
For a price for your roof in Shillington, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Every finding written up with photos
See our cost guide and our case studies.
Shillington: your questions answered
Is my home in Shillington listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover smaller places like Shillington?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How long does a roof leak investigation take?
On site, it typically takes roughly 1–2 hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Report times depend on the package.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
What will the report tell me?
Written findings with photos, covering the condition of the leaking roof, the defects we found and what we recommend, by urgency where it matters. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check, and the Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. Mention any deadline when booking.
Useful tips for Shillington property owners
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Let us know what has already been tried
- Put a bucket under the drip and move valuables
- Take dated photos of the leak
- Leave roof access to professionals
We email the report to you. It sets out where we believe the water is getting in, how it’s travelling and what needs attention. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
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.
Can I check my roof myself?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
What we do, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. All in, the survey typically takes about one to two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Cottages and farmhouses around Shillington often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- 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.
- Outside, we look at every likely route in.
- Where it helps, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- We email a report with photos, the likely entry point and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.