West Sussex · London and the South East
Shripney Roof Leak Investigation
A careful look at the leaking roof at your property in Shripney, with photographs and a written report.
- Stains around a skylight
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
How a roof leak investigation works in Shripney
We investigate roof leaks in Shripney and across London and the South East. Surveys are carried out on weekdays and at weekends. The investigation covers inside and out, from the stain to the likely entry points. The findings come in a written report with photos. If water is coming in now, catch it in a bucket and keep it away from lights and sockets, and then phone 07833 053749 or send us an email to arrange a visit. We survey chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and the roof space, and the problems we are asked to look at most are leaks at a dormer or roof window and brown rings on upstairs ceilings.
For a small place like Shripney, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
After the visit, you get a report with photographs, sent by email. It explains the condition of the leaking roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Shripney (PO22)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
Useful tips for Shripney property owners
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Let us know if there are tanks or pipes in the loft
- Catch drips in a bucket and protect the floor
- Note the weather when the leak shows
- Have an electrician check any wet fittings
Where we find more than one possible route, we say which is most likely and why. We say which items need prompt attention.
After a downpour, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Look for drips, damp patches and stains on timbers. Take photos of anything that changes.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Shripney
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Water from a failed flashing can travel down the wall or along a rafter. That’s why we check the flashings near a stain, not just the one directly above.
Chimney stacks
Chimneys let water in through pointing, flaunching, flashings and open pots. We check each one as far as we can safely see, and look for damp on the breast inside.
Leaks and storm damage in Shripney
Shripney lies within about 3 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
Homes near green spaces such as The Brooks Local Nature Reserve can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. Landlords with a home close to Bognor Regis station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. For an older house near a landmark such as Holy Cross Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Shripney is about 2 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. Whether the building in Shripney is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our West Sussex coverage includes Shripney and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Here we cover the PO22 postcode area for roof leak investigations. You will find streets like Shripney Lane, Shripney Road and The Marigolds. Close by, we survey roofs in Lidsey (1 mile north-east), Flansham (2 miles east), Westergate (2 miles north), Aldingbourne (2 miles north) and Eastergate (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Worthing (12 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north-west), Selsey (7 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles east), Lancing (15 miles east) and Emsworth (12 miles west).
What’s near Shripney
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Brooks Local Nature Reserve, The Regis School and Felpham Community College, among other places. The nearest railway station is Bognor Regis station, about 1.7 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Tote Copse Castle (1.8 miles north-west) and Bognor Regis Museum (2.1 miles south).
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Older roofs in small places like Shripney can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- You let us know where the water appears, when, and what the weather was doing.
- Inside, we check the stain and the ceiling around it.
- In the loft, we follow any signs of water back towards the roof.
- Outside, we check flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details from every safe viewpoint.
- We email a written report showing where the water most likely gets in.
How to prepare
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Book a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Shripney questions
Is Shripney within the area you cover?
Yes. Shripney is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Shripney?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
What should I do before you arrive?
Note when the leak appears and what the weather was doing. Clear access to the loft. If water is near any fittings, have an electrician check them.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
What do I do with the report?
You’ll get the report by email. With Standard there is a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation.
Is thermal imaging part of a leak investigation?
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.
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Prices for roof leak investigations in Shripney
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The roof’s overall size
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
What to let us know when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- What’s prompted the survey
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
To get a price for roof leak investigations in Shripney, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.