Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Titchfield Common, Hampshire
We take a careful look at the leaking roof at your property in Titchfield Common, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
Roof leak investigation in Titchfield Common
We investigate roof leaks in Titchfield Common and across London and South East England. 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 email us to arrange a visit. Typical surveys look at drips in the loft during heavy rain and brown rings on upstairs ceilings, on lead flashings, valleys and parapet gutters and rooflights and dormers.
In a smaller place like Titchfield Common, some roofs face open ground, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that’s a useful clue. Let us know when it happens when you contact us. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
Where we can’t see part of the leaking roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Titchfield Common (PO14, SO31)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- The repair itself (the investigation finds and reports the cause)
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Rooflights and dormers
- Lead flashings
- Flat roof details
- The roof space
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
Checking the roof from ground level
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Titchfield Common
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Towns and villages near Titchfield Common
Other services in Titchfield Common
How the survey works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. A visit to a smaller place like Titchfield Common is no different on the day: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- 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.
- We inspect the likely entry points outside, from ground level, windows and the roof where safe.
- You receive a report with the likely source, photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Getting a price
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Advice
Wind, rain and roofs in Titchfield Common
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Titchfield Common, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can. 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. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
Take an older house close to St John: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. For businesses in and around places such as Fareham Shopping Centre, finding where water is getting in quickly keeps disruption down.
Titchfield Common is about 3 miles west of Fareham, in Hampshire. We cover Titchfield Common and the rest of Hampshire. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Surveys in PO14 and SO31 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as Balliol Close, Abshot Road and Clarendon Crescent. Nearby, we also carry out roof leak investigations in Abshot (1 mile south-west), Locks Heath (1 mile north-west), Hook (1 mile south-west), Titchfield Park (1 mile north-east) and Titchfield (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (14 miles north), Gosport (6 miles south-east), Havant (12 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-west), Fareham (3 miles east) and Horndean (12 miles east).
What’s near Titchfield Common
Typical jobs here are in homes near Brookfield Community School and Language College and Jolly Farmer Public House and the streets around them. The closest station to Titchfield Common is Swanwick station, roughly 1.5 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Fareham Shopping Centre (3.7 miles east) and Fareham Community Hospital (1.3 miles north-west). The countryside around Titchfield Common includes Holly Hill Woodland Park.
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Tell us about any past repairs to the roof
- Do not touch fittings that water is reaching
- Check the loft is accessible
- Put a bucket under the drip and move valuables
If there are several possible sources, we list them in order of likelihood. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Air movement keeps condensation down, which is frequently mistaken for a leak. Check insulation doesn’t block airflow at the eaves.
What we are asked to look at in Titchfield Common
Many leaks begin at a flashing. Lead or mortar closes the gap wherever a roof meets a wall, chimney or dormer. When lead lifts or splits, or a mortar fillet cracks, rain runs straight in.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Wet patches on loft insulation
- Damp on a chimney breast
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
If you own a rental within reach of Swanwick station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
What to check before booking
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What exactly goes into their report
- How soon the report will arrive
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
Questions from Titchfield Common
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Titchfield Common, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it normally shows.
Do you cover smaller places like Titchfield Common?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you look in the loft space?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Will you fix the leak as part of this?
This service finds and reports the cause, and the repair is separate. With the report, a roofer knows exactly where to look.
Is there anything I need to do before the visit?
Make sure the loft can be reached. Gather any photos and notes about when it leaks, and tell us about past repairs. In the meantime, catch the water and keep it clear of lights and sockets.