Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Shobley, Hampshire
Tracing where water is getting into your roof in Shobley, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
About our roof leak investigation in Shobley
Our job is to find the likely source and tell you. You get a photo-illustrated written report showing the likely entry point and the route the water is taking, plus recommendations on what needs attention. Whoever does the work then has a clear starting point. We find and report the source, while the repair is a separate matter. Typical surveys look at water that shows only in certain storms and condensation that looks like a leak, on rooflights and dormers, chimney stacks and lead flashings.
In a village or hamlet like Shobley, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the leaking roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Shobley (BH24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Towns and villages near Shobley
Also in Shobley
The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Somewhere as small as Shobley, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- We examine the damp area and the rooms near it.
- From the loft space, we trace the water’s route where there is safe access.
- Outside, we check flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details from every safe vantage point.
- We email a written report showing where the water most likely gets in.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Book a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Related advice
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Protect furniture and flooring under the leak
- Write down the wind direction and rain when it leaks
- Check whether pipes or tanks run near the stain
- Clear the loft hatch so we can get in
Your report arrives by email, with photographs of what we found. It sets out where we believe the water is getting in, how it’s travelling and what needs attention. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day.
Plan a roof survey every few years. They’re where most leaks start, and catching wear early keeps water out.
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
A stack has several possible ways in for rain. We check each one as far as we can safely see.
Lead flashings
Mortar fillets are sometimes used instead of lead. Fillets crack and pull away over time, letting rain run behind the joint.
Prices for roof leak investigations in Shobley
We confirm the price for your roof before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The size of the roof
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The address and postcode of the property
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
When you need someone else
It is a careful look at the leaking roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- The repair itself (the investigation finds and reports the cause)
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Water from pipes, tanks or heating systems
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Flat roof details
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- The roof space
- Slate and tile slopes
- Lead flashings
- Rooflights and dormers
Wind, rain and roofs in Shobley
Historic houses like Avon Tyrrell House, about 3.9 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Shobley goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Take an older house close to St John the Baptist: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. Take a building like Poulner Infant School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Shobley is about 2 miles north-east of Ringwood, in Hampshire. If you’re in Shobley, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Across Hampshire, we cover Shobley. You can also see our page for Southampton.
All of BH24 is within our area for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover the places around Shobley: Forest Corner (1 mile south-west), Hangersley (1 mile west), Foulford (1 mile south), Highwood (1 mile north-west) and Poulner (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Totton (11 miles east), Lymington (11 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles north-east), Hythe (15 miles east), New Milton (8 miles south-east) and Barton on Sea (9 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Shobley
Typical jobs here are in homes near Ringwood School Academy, among other places. Well-known places in the area include St Leonard's Hospital (5.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Shobley
Will you come out to Shobley?
Yes. Shobley is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Shobley?
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 survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
Will you fix the leak as part of this?
This service finds and reports the cause, and the repair is separate. The report gives any roofer a clear brief.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.