Hampshire · London and the South East
Vernham Dean Roof Leak Investigation
A careful look at the leaking roof at your property in Vernham Dean, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Staining around the chimney inside
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
Roof leak investigation in Vernham Dean: what you get
Some ‘leaks’ aren’t leaks at all. In a badly ventilated roof space, condensation can form under the roof and drip, leaving marks that look just like rainwater. Knowing which it is means the right fix can be done, since the cure for one won’t solve the other. We check the pattern of damp, the weather and the ventilation before reaching a view. Common reasons to book are staining around the chimney inside and damp underlay across a wide area, on slate and tile slopes, the roof space and valleys and parapet gutters.
Somewhere as small as Vernham Dean, older roofs have often been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Vernham Dean (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Somewhere as small as Vernham Dean, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us where the water appears, when, and what the weather was doing.
- 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.
- Outside, we check flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details from each safe vantage point.
- You receive a report with the likely source, photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
Leaks and storm damage in Vernham Dean
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your 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, so the council is the place to ask. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Vernham Dean is about 7 miles north of Andover, in Hampshire. Anywhere in Vernham Dean, we can carry out roof leak investigations at your property. Vernham Dean is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for roof leak investigations. You can also see our page for Reading.
All of SP11 is within our area for roof leak investigations. If you need a roof leak investigation at a property on Bulpits Hill and Back Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out roof leak investigations in Woodside (1 mile west) and Bagshot (6 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Andover (7 miles south), Tidworth (8 miles south-west), Ludgershall (6 miles south-west), Whitchurch (9 miles south-east), East Anton (6 miles south) and Oakley (15 miles east).
Around Vernham Dean
Around Vernham Dean, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The George Inn, among other places. Not far away are Inkpen Hill.
What we’re asked to look at in Vernham Dean
Valleys carry a lot of water. Split linings, slipped valley tiles or debris can send that water under the coverings. The stain may appear well away from the valley itself.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Damp walls below an overflowing gutter
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
Anyone responsible for a site like Vernham Dean Gillum's Church of England Primary School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What happens after the report arrives
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
What happens if roof problems are left?
A small drip today can be a bigger leak after the next storm. Each storm can open a gap a little more. An investigation now gives you time to plan the work. For an older or listed building in a place like Vernham Dean, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why us?
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Every finding written up with photos
- An independent look at the roof
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
Vernham Dean questions
Do you cover Vernham Dean?
Yes, Vernham Dean is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Do you cover smaller places like Vernham Dean?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
How much does a roof leak investigation cost in Vernham Dean?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes. Photos are part of every report, so you can see each point for yourself.
What’s in the report?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, and ends with what we recommend. The most urgent items are made clear.
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof upstands and outlets
Upstands seal the edge of a flat roof where it meets a wall. A low or cracked upstand is a common way in.
Valleys
A valley leak can appear well away from the valley inside. We trace the route from the loft where there is safe access.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Vernham Dean
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
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What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.