Hampshire · London and the South East
Totford Roof Leak Investigation
Roof leak investigations in Totford from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Leaks below a flat extension roof
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
Practical tips
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Clear the loft hatch so we can get in
- Do not touch fittings that water is reaching
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look
- Write down the wind direction and rain when it leaks
Keep the report after the work is done. If the leak returns, it is a useful record of what was found, which makes the next step quicker.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Good airflow reduces condensation, and condensation is a common false alarm. Keep insulation clear of the eaves.
Roof leak investigation in Totford
Most roof leaks start at a joint rather than the middle of a slope. Common entry points include chimney and wall flashings, valleys, parapet and box gutters, and the upstands and outlets on flat roofs. We check each likely route and follow the evidence. Every chimney, dormer and roof light adds more joints to check. Each one is checked from wherever it is safe to see it. Typical surveys look at stains around a skylight and water that shows only in certain storms, on slate and tile slopes, the roof space and lead flashings.
Being in a small place like Totford makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned in advance. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Totford (SO24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof leak investigations around Totford
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St John the Evangelist, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. For landlords with property near Micheldever station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Totford is about 8 miles north-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. If you are in Totford, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
We survey roofs across SO24 for roof leak investigations. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Northington (1 mile south-west), Brown Candover (1 mile north-east), Old Alresford (3 miles south-east), Preston Candover (3 miles north-east) and Bighton (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (10 miles north), Winchester (8 miles south-west), Eastleigh (14 miles south-west), Andover (14 miles west), Chandler's Ford (14 miles south-west) and Alton (9 miles east).
Landmarks near Totford
We work in homes and buildings around The Woolpack Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Micheldever station, about 4.5 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Barton Castle (3 miles east).
Towns and villages near Totford
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What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes between one and two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Older roofs in small places like Totford can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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.
- Moisture detection and thermal imaging are used where your package includes them and they help.
- You get photos, the likely cause and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Arrange 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 you book.
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What a roof leak investigation does not cover
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Carrying out the fix
- Whether rotten timbers meet design loads
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Rooflights and dormers
- Flat roof details
- Lead flashings
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
How the survey changes by roof type
Parapet and box gutters
Linings, joints and outlets are inspected wherever it’s safe.
Flat roof upstands and outlets
Flat roof water can travel under the covering before it shows. Moisture readings and thermal imaging can help narrow it down where conditions suit.
Common questions in Totford
Do you carry out roof surveys in Totford?
Yes, Totford is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Totford listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What does the report include?
A photo-illustrated written report, explaining the condition of the leaking roof, any defects and our recommendations, with the most urgent first where relevant. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Is the repair included in the leak investigation?
Our job here is to trace the leak and explain it, and the repair is separate. With the report, a roofer knows exactly where to look.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we do not carry out calculations or give an engineer’s opinion. Where an engineer is needed, we say so in the report.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We look at everything that can safely be seen: from the ground, 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.