West Sussex · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Upperton, West Sussex
We carry out roof leak investigations in Upperton and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Staining where a gutter or parapet meets the wall
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Stains around a skylight
About our roof leak investigation in Upperton
Moisture readings and thermal imaging are used where they’re useful. Moisture readings show which materials are wet. A thermal camera shows patterns of temperature rather than water, so we confirm what it suggests 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’ve noticed wet patches on loft insulation and leaks at a dormer or roof window, we can find out what’s behind it.
Many homes in small places like Upperton face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
After the visit, you get a written report with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the leaking roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Upperton (GU28)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Upperton
How do I find out if my home in Upperton is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Will you come out to Upperton?
Yes, Upperton is covered. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
What will the report tell me?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, backed by photos. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
How much is a survey?
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
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.
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
We check the outside of the stack and the breast inside, and it is not a flue or gas safety check.
Lead flashings
Water from a failed flashing can travel down the wall or along a rafter. That is why we check the flashings near a stain, not just the one directly above.
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: 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 roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Around Upperton, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- You get in touch with details of the leak and any photos.
- Inside, we check the damp area and the loft space above it.
- We check the likely entry points outside, such as flashings, valleys, chimneys and gutters.
- Moisture readings and thermal imaging are used where they help.
- We email a report with photos, the likely entry point and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Check pets are kept safely away
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Upperton
Historic houses such as Petworth House, about 1.2 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Upperton goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
For an older house near a landmark like The Parish Church of All Hallows, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Upperton is about 12 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. If you’re in Upperton, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small. Guildford is in our area too.
We work across the GU28 postcode area for roof leak investigations. If you are just outside Upperton, we cover Tillington (1 mile south-east), Hampers Green (1 mile east), River (1 mile west), Petworth (1 mile south-east) and Rotherbridge (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (14 miles east), Bognor Regis (14 miles south), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (14 miles south), Rustington (14 miles south-east) and Storrington (10 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Upperton
Well-known places in the area include Midhurst Community Hospital (4.3 miles west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (2.2 miles south). For a walk, there’s Graffham Common and Blackdown.
Nearby places to Upperton
What else we do in Upperton
For landlords and managing agents
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Note the weather when the leak shows
- Do not touch fittings that water is reaching
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look
- Check whether pipes or tanks run near the stain
If condensation is the cause, we explain it, and suggest how the roof space could be better ventilated. It saves chasing a leak that is not there.
Have flashings and flat roofs looked at every few years. Flashings, valleys and flat roof details are frequent weak points, and catching wear early keeps water out.
What affects the cost of roof leak investigations
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The roof’s overall size
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
What to let us know when you contact us
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- When you need the report by
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Why act early in Upperton
Water and electrics do not mix. Keep away from any fitting that water is reaching and have an electrician check it. Then the source needs tracing. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Upperton, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What you get with us
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Plain-English reports with photos
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.