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Roof Leak Investigation in Snow Hill
Not sure what state the leaking roof is in? You can book a roof leak investigation in Snow Hill and across West Sussex, with plain-English findings.
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
What happens on the day
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect an hour or two at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a small place like Snow Hill, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us where the water shows and when it appears.
- Inside, we check the damp area and the loft space above it.
- Likely entry points outside are looked at, from flashings and valleys to gutters and outlets.
- We use moisture detection, and thermal imaging where it’s useful.
- We email a report with photos, the likely entry point and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Booking a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
Advice
About our roof leak investigation in Snow Hill
Older homes have more places for water to get in. Lead flashings crack or lift, valley linings wear and parapet gutters overflow when outlets block. If your home has a butterfly roof, the central valley gutter is a common culprit. Parapet walls and their gutters are checked from wherever it is safe. Our report shows what we found, with photos. Common reasons to book are drips from nail tips in a cold loft and leaks that appear only in driving rain, across the roof space, lead flashings and valleys and parapet gutters.
Roofs in small places like Snow Hill frequently stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
If any part of the leaking roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Snow Hill (RH10)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
It is a careful look at the leaking roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Leaks that only appear in weather we can’t recreate
- A structural engineer’s report
- The repair itself (the investigation finds and reports the cause)
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Snow Hill
- The roof space
- Rooflights and dormers
- Lead flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roof details
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
Common roof problems in Snow Hill
A chimney stack has lots of places for rain to get in. Eroded pointing, cracked flaunching, failed flashings and open pots can all be responsible. The damp may appear on a chimney breast, a ceiling or in the loft.
Look out for signs like these:
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Damp underlay across a wide area
Landlords with a home close to East Grinstead station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether the price includes VAT
Roof leak investigations around Snow Hill
The wider area around Snow Hill has a long history of building, with Saint Hill Manor about 3.4 miles south-east. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Snow Hill is about 3 miles west of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. Roofs in Snow Hill get the same thorough look as anywhere else in West Sussex. Snow Hill is one of the places in West Sussex where we work for roof leak investigations.
Every address in RH10 is covered for roof leak investigations, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Snow Hill and Green Lane, all of which we cover. We also cover Domewood (1 mile north-east), Furnace Wood (1 mile east), Crawley Down (1 mile south), Felbridge (2 miles east) and Newchapel (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (5 miles south-west), Horsham (11 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (10 miles south), Burgess Hill (13 miles south), East Grinstead (3 miles east) and Broadfield (6 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Snow Hill
In Snow Hill, that means homes and buildings near Imberhorne School and The Curious Pig in the Parlour pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is East Grinstead station, about 3 miles east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Effingham Park Motor Museum (less than half a mile west) and Queen Victoria Hospital (3.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Hedgecourt Lake.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Snow Hill
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Clear the loft hatch so we can get in
- Note the weather when the leak shows
- Mention earlier attempts to fix the leak
- Keep water away from lights and sockets
Once the work is done, hold on to the report. If the leak returns, it’s a useful record of what was found, which makes the next step quicker.
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.
Also near Snow Hill
Other services in Snow Hill
Leave it or get it looked at?
Guesswork repairs are a common reason leaks keep coming back. Because water travels, the real entry point may be somewhere else. An investigation finds the likely cause first, so the repair is aimed at the right place. Outbuildings and barns around Snow Hill are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Snow Hill
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Every finding written up with photos
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- An independent view of the roof
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Snow Hill
Is Snow Hill within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Is my home in Snow Hill listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can thermal imaging help find my roof leak?
We use thermal imaging where it helps, and it is part of the Premium Survey. It shows temperature differences, not water itself, so we confirm its findings with moisture readings.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
What should I do before you arrive?
Note when the leak appears and what the weather was doing. Move stored items away from the loft hatch. Keep away from any light or socket that water is reaching.