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Roof Leak Investigation in Slough Green
We carry out roof leak investigations in Slough Green and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Slough Green
Flat roofs leak in their own ways. Common causes are splits and blisters, tired upstands and outlets that don’t drain. Ponding water makes any weakness worse. We look at the roof surface and the ceiling below. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are frequent sources of leaks. An ageing felt roof is a frequent culprit. If you’re worried about a leak that comes and goes with the weather and water through the ceiling under a flat roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as Slough Green, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly 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 is worth finding the cause soon.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Slough Green (RH17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Slough Green
To price your survey, we check:
- House, block, shop or office
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The roof’s overall size
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What to tell us when you get in touch
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- What’s prompted the survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
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Slough Green roofs and the weather
In Sussex, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. The wider area around Slough Green has a long history of building, with Tyes Place about 1.3 miles north. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Warden Park School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Slough Green is about 3 miles north-west of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. In Slough Green, as across West Sussex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Slough Green is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for roof leak investigations. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
All of RH17 is covered for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Whitemans Green (1 mile east), Warninglid (1 mile west), Staplefield (1 mile north), Brook Street (1 mile east) and Cuckfield (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (6 miles north), Horsham (7 miles north-west), Haywards Heath (3 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (5 miles south), East Grinstead (10 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles south).
Local landmarks in Slough Green
The closest station to Slough Green is Balcombe station, about 2.9 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Cuckfield Museum (1.4 miles south-east) and The Dene Hospital (3.7 miles south). The countryside around Slough Green includes Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
What we do, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the leaking roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit typically takes about 1–2 hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Somewhere like Slough Green needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We help you choose the package that suits the leak.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- The investigation works from the stain back to the roof.
- Where it is useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- You get photos, the likely cause and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
How to book
If you’re buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
Advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Slough Green
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Make sure the loft is accessible
- Have an electrician check any wet fittings
- Record whether it leaks in every downpour or only some
- Let us know what has already been tried
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. They’ll see exactly where the problem is, rather than at the stain.
Have flashings and flat roofs looked at every few years. They’re where most leaks start, and catching wear early keeps water out.
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Slough Green
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Slough Green?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Will you come out to Slough Green?
Yes, Slough Green is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Could my leak actually be condensation?
Many apparent leaks turn out to be condensation. A leak typically shows in one area and follows rain, while condensation is often widespread and worst on cold days. We tell you which it is most likely to be.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Can you trace a leak in dry weather?
In many cases, yes. Stains, tide marks, damp timbers and moisture readings normally point the way. Intermittent leaks can be harder, so your photos and notes from wet days are very useful.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Tell us about it when booking and we will explain what’s needed.
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What we are asked to look at in Slough Green
A gutter that overflows can soak a wall and mark the ceiling inside. Hidden gutters behind parapets cause the most trouble, because when they block, water backs up and runs inside.
Look out for signs like these:
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Damp on a chimney breast
If you let a flat or house near Balcombe station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- How soon the report will arrive