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Roof Leak Investigation in Totland
Find out the condition of the leaking roof at your property in Totland from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Water coming in around a roof light or dormer
Why it’s worth a survey now in Totland
Leaks tend to get worse, not better. Wind lifts loose slates further and gaps widen. Tracing it now lets you plan the work rather than react to it. On a bungalow or cottage around Totland, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why book with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Surveys on any day of the week
- An independent look at the roof
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Roof leak investigation in Totland
Our roof leak investigations cover Totland and the wider South East. Surveys are carried out on weekdays and at weekends. The investigation covers inside and out, from the stain to the likely entry points. You get a report with photos and recommendations. If water is coming in now, catch it in a bucket and keep it away from lights and sockets, and then ring 07833 053749 or email us to arrange a visit. We survey lead flashings, chimney stacks and valleys and parapet gutters, and common reasons people get in touch are leaks below a flat extension roof and damp patches next to the stack.
In older homes around places like Totland, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Once the slates or tiles let water past, there’s little to stop it reaching the ceiling. Whether it is long-term wear or recent damage makes a difference to what happens next. Wet battens and insulation in the loft are often the first clue.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Totland (PO39, PO40)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Totland
What else we do in Totland
Wind, rain and roofs in Totland
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Totland, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. A number of the island’s villages keep thatched roofs on older buildings, and sea air and wind reach every part of the island. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Anyone responsible for a site like St Saviour's Catholic Primary School will know that a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside. Take an older house close to Christ Church: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Totland is about 5 miles south of Lymington, in the Isle of Wight. Whether the building in Totland is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across the Isle of Wight, large and small. You can also see our page for Southampton.
All of PO39 and PO40 is covered for roof leak investigations. We offer roof leak investigations to properties on Meadow Barn Close, Ward Road and Weston Road and the roads around them. Totland is on the B3322, so it is easy for us to get to. We also cover Colwell (1 mile north-east), Freshwater (1 mile east), Easton (1 mile east), Norton Green (1 mile north-east) and Afton (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Newport (11 miles east), Cowes (12 miles north-east), East Cowes (12 miles north-east), Barton (11 miles east), Hunny Hill (11 miles east) and Cross Lane (11 miles east). If you are somewhere remote, a little more planning is needed.
Near you in Totland
Typical jobs here are in homes near Colwell Bay Inn. Other landmarks nearby include Yarmouth Castle (2.5 miles north-east) and Dimbola Museum And Galleries (1.2 miles south-east). Not far away are Lymington and Keyhaven Marshes Nature Reserve and Tennyson Down.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
What we can’t see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- An intermittent leak that shows no trace on the day
- Water from pipes, tanks or heating systems
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Totland
- Rooflights and dormers
- Slate and tile slopes
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Flat roof details
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Totland
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Totland, take more of a battering?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Totland?
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.
Do you look in the roof space?
Normally, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
How long does a roof leak investigation take?
Allow between one and two hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. We will give you an idea of timing as you book.
Is it a leak or condensation?
Condensation can look very like a leak. Drips from nail tips, damp underlay over a wide area and poor loft ventilation point towards condensation. We look at the pattern, take moisture readings and tell you which is more likely.
What should I do before you arrive?
Make sure the loft can be reached. Gather any photos and notes about when it leaks, plus details of past repairs. Keep catching drips and keep water away from electrics.
What does the report include?
A written report with photos, covering the condition of the leaking roof, the defects we found and what we recommend, by urgency where it matters. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable and structural analysis.
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Put a bucket under the drip and move valuables
- Record whether it leaks in every downpour or only some
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Let us know what has already been tried
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes one in person. You can ask us about anything that is not clear.
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. Prompt repairs stop gaps turning into leaks.
Can I check my roof myself?
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
What happens on the day
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 typically takes between one and two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. In a smaller place like Totland, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest.
- You tell us where the water appears, when, and what the weather was doing.
- Inside, we check the stain and the ceiling around it.
- In the loft, we follow any signs of water back towards the roof.
- 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.
How to prepare
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Getting a price
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.