Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Stoke Charity, Hampshire
Tracing where water is getting into your roof around Stoke Charity, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- A leak that comes and goes with the weather
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Damp underlay across a wide area
How a roof leak investigation works in Stoke Charity
We use moisture detection and thermal imaging where they help. Moisture detection confirms where timbers, plaster or insulation are damp. Thermal imaging shows temperature differences that can point to wet areas, not water itself, so its findings are checked with moisture readings. Moisture detection is included in the Standard Survey, and thermal imaging in Premium. The best thermal results come after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. 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.
For a small place like Stoke Charity, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It’s useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photos show what each point refers to.
- Where
- Stoke Charity (SO21)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Putting the leak right
- An intermittent leak that shows no trace on the day
- Plumbing leaks that look like roof leaks
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Stoke Charity
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roof details
- Slate and tile slopes
- Rooflights and dormers
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
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What we do, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the leaking roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit usually takes between one and two hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. Older rural homes like those around Stoke Charity can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start with what you’ve seen: where the stain is and when it gets worse.
- We look at the stain, the ceiling and the loft above it.
- Likely entry points outside are checked, from flashings and valleys to gutters and outlets.
- We use moisture detection, and thermal imaging where it’s useful.
- We email a report with photographs, the likely entry point and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know where we can park nearby
How to book
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Why it’s worth a survey now in Stoke Charity
A leak near lights or wiring needs attention quickly. Keep away from any fitting that water is reaching and have an electrician check it. Finding where the water is getting in should follow right away. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Stoke Charity, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What you get with us
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Plain-English reports with photos
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Signs you need a roof leak investigation in Stoke Charity
Flashings are one of the commonest sources of roof leaks. Where a roof meets a chimney, a wall or a dormer, lead or mortar seals the joint. Once that seal cracks or lifts, water gets behind it.
Problems we come across often include:
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
- Staining around the chimney inside
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
Take an older house close to Church of St Michael: leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
What to check before booking
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What insurance they carry
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What experience they bring
FAQs for Stoke Charity
Is Stoke Charity within the area you cover?
Yes. Stoke Charity is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Is my home in Stoke Charity listed or in a conservation area?
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.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can every leak be traced?
Not always, and we’ll be honest about that. Some leaks hide well, especially those that need wind-driven rain. If we cannot be sure, the report ranks the possible sources.
How quickly is the report sent?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
What happens after the survey?
You’ll receive the report by email, and what you do next is up to you: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Stoke Charity
Landlords and agents in Stoke Charity book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the leaking roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Stoke Charity roofs and the weather
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you own a rental within reach of Micheldever station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Stoke Charity is about 6 miles north of Winchester, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in Stoke Charity, we can carry out roof leak investigations at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Hampshire coverage includes Stoke Charity. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Roof leak investigations in SO21 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover the places around Stoke Charity: Hunton (1 mile north-west), Egypt (1 mile north-west), Sutton Scotney (1 mile west), South Wonston (2 miles south-west) and Worthy Down (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (12 miles north-east), Winchester (6 miles south), Eastleigh (13 miles south), Andover (9 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (12 miles south) and Alton (14 miles east).
Local landmarks in Stoke Charity
We work in homes and buildings around The Wonston Arms and the streets around them. Stoke Charity’s nearest station is Micheldever station, roughly 3 miles north-east of the centre.
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Protect furniture and flooring under the leak
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look
- Check whether pipes or tanks run near the stain
- Photograph the stain each time it appears
If the leak turns out to be condensation, the report says so, and suggest how the roof space could be better ventilated. It saves chasing a leak that is not there.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Air movement keeps condensation down, which is often mistaken for a leak. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.