Surrey · London and the South East
Tongham Roof Leak Investigation
Get a clear view of the leaking roof at a property in Tongham. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
- Damp underlay across a wide area
Tongham roofs and the weather
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. Historic houses such as Wanborough Manor, about 3.1 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Tongham goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
Anyone responsible for a site like St Paul's CofE Infant School & Nursery will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. If you let a flat or house near Ash station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Tongham is about 1 mile south-east of Aldershot, in Surrey. Wherever you are in Tongham, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Tongham is one of the places in Surrey we cover for roof leak investigations. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
All of GU10 is within our area for roof leak investigations. You’ll find streets such as The Street, Chester Way and Lambourne Way, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Sandy Cross (1 mile south), Ash (1 mile north-east), Seale (1 mile south-east), Ash Green (1 mile north-east) and Badshot Lea (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (7 miles east), Woking (9 miles north-east), Camberley (7 miles north), Farnham (3 miles south-west), Frimley (6 miles north) and Haslemere (10 miles south).
Local landmarks in Tongham
Around Tongham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Aldershot Park, The White Hart pub and Ash Manor School, among other places. Tongham’s nearest station is Ash station, roughly 1.4 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Farnham Castle (3.2 miles west) and Guildford Hospital (5.3 miles east). The countryside around Tongham includes Aunt's Pool and Hog's Back.
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Tongham
On a flat roof, water can travel a long way under the covering. Splits, blisters, failed laps, worn upstands and blocked outlets are common causes. Standing water puts extra pressure on every weak point. We check both the covering and the room underneath. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are frequent sources of leaks. Felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, so age is part of the picture. We survey chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and the roof space, and the problems we are asked to look at most are water coming in around a roof light or dormer and condensation that looks like a leak.
In older homes around places like Tongham, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Once the slates or tiles let water past, there is little to stop it reaching the ceiling. Finding where it gets in, and whether it’s old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. Wet battens and insulation in the loft are frequently the first clue.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Tongham (GU10)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Check whether pipes or tanks run near the stain
- Clear the loft hatch so we can get in
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look
- Note the weather when the leak shows
The report gives whoever carries out the work a clear starting point. They’ll see exactly where the problem is, rather than at the stain.
Look at the roof from ground level after strong winds. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles and debris on the ground are signs to act on. Small faults dealt with quickly rarely become leaks.
What affects the price in Tongham
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The property’s address and postcode
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Tongham questions
Do you cover Tongham?
Yes, Tongham is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Tongham as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is Tongham within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
How should I prepare for the leak investigation?
Keep a note of when it leaks, and take photos. Clear access to the loft. Keep away from any light or socket that water is reaching.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Will you fix the leak as part of this?
Our job here is to trace the leak and explain it, not to carry out the repair. With the report, a roofer knows exactly where to look.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
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 when budgeting.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Common roof problems in Tongham
Many leaks begin at a flashing. Where a roof meets a chimney, a wall or a dormer, lead or mortar seals the joint. When lead lifts or splits, or a mortar fillet cracks, rain runs straight in.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Water that shows only in certain storms
Living close to Aldershot Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What insurance they carry
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
Leave it or get it looked at?
Lingering damp encourages mould on ceilings and walls. It is unpleasant, and it is harder to deal with once established. Finding the leak comes first. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like Tongham, so it’s useful to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why us?
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- 20+ years’ experience
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Tongham is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- 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 vantage point.
- We email a written report showing where the water most likely gets in.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets in another room
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.