West Sussex · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in West Burton, West Sussex
An experienced roof surveyor for roof leak investigations in West Burton. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Staining around the chimney inside
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
FAQs for West Burton
Do you carry out roof surveys in West Burton?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in West Burton is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Are you structural engineers?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but we don’t provide calculations or an engineer’s opinion. If one is needed, the report says so.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. Photos are taken throughout the survey, and they go into the written report alongside our recommendations.
What do I do with the report?
You will get the report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. With Standard there’s a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
About our roof leak investigation in West Burton
Some ‘leaks’ are not leaks at all. In a badly ventilated roof space, condensation can form under the roof and drip, and the stains look much like a leak. Telling the two apart matters, because they need very different work. The pattern of the damp, the ventilation and the timing all help us decide. We are frequently asked to look into damp on a chimney breast and water that shows only in certain storms, on rooflights and dormers, slate and tile slopes and chimney stacks.
Somewhere as small as West Burton, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. We look at everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- West Burton (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in West Burton
Every flat roof covering has a working life. A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, and as it ages it splits, blisters and opens at the laps. Leaks often start at the edges, upstands and outlets.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Staining around the chimney inside
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Parish Church of the Holy Cross, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How long the report takes to arrive
What a roof leak investigation looks like in West Burton
The wider area around West Burton has a long history of building, with Bignor Roman Villa about 0.8 miles north-west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you look after a building such as Bury CofE Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. For landlords with property near Amberley station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
West Burton is about 6 miles west of Storrington, in West Sussex. We carry out roof leak investigations for householders, landlords and businesses in West Burton and the surrounding area. Across West Sussex, we cover West Burton and the places around it. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in RH20 is covered for roof leak investigations. We also cover Bury (1 mile south-east), Watersfield (1 mile north-east), Amberley (2 miles east), Coldwaltham (2 miles north-east) and Lower Horncroft (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (15 miles north-east), Worthing (10 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (10 miles south-west), Chichester (10 miles south-west), Littlehampton (8 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles east).
Local landmarks in West Burton
Around West Burton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Dorset House School. For rail, the closest station is Amberley station, roughly 2.1 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Arundel and District Hospital (4.4 miles south) and Amberley Castle (1.8 miles east). For a walk, there’s Amberley Wild Brooks and Bignor Hill.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
We look at the outside of the stack and the breast inside, and it isn’t a flue or gas safety check.
Parapet and box gutters
We check the linings, joints and outlets where we can see them safely.
What happens on the day
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around West Burton often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- 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.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
How to prepare
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
What affects the price in West Burton
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Getting in touch
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A leak that returns after a repair normally means the real source wasn’t found. We look past the obvious spot and check each likely route. It gives the next repair a far better chance. Around West Burton, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we can help you choose.
Why book with us
- Package prices that include VAT
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Visits on any day of the week
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.