Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof leak investigation in Weyhill, Hampshire
Roof leak investigations across Weyhill, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
How a roof leak investigation works in Weyhill
Some leaks only appear in certain weather. Wind-driven rain, an overflowing gutter or snow melt may be what triggers it. Telling us when it happens helps a lot and so do photos. Even on a dry day, a leak normally leaves clues: stained timbers, tide marks and damp underlay. Moisture readings show where materials are still wet. If you’ve noticed damp walls below an overflowing gutter and water through the ceiling under a flat roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Roofs in small places like Weyhill often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Place
- Weyhill (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
What we can’t see
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Water from pipes, tanks or heating systems
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Weyhill
- The roof space
- Flat roof details
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Lead flashings
- Rooflights and dormers
- Slate and tile slopes
Towns and villages near Weyhill
Other services in Weyhill
Do you need a roof leak investigation in Weyhill?
Flat roofs fail with age and wear. Felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, and splits, blisters and lifting laps let water in. Upstands and outlets are common weak points.
People usually book a survey when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Stains around a skylight
Landlords with a home close to Andover station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- When you’ll get the report
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Are they insured for the work?
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Have an electrician check any wet fittings
- Put a bucket under the drip and move valuables
- Note the weather when the leak shows
- Keep a photo record of the damp patch
Your report arrives by email, with photographs of what we found. It explains the likely entry point, the route the water takes and our recommendations. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day.
Check the loft after heavy rain, with care and a good torch. Watch for water marks, wet underlay and damp wood. Take photos of anything that changes.
The survey, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, most surveys take about one to two hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Somewhere as small as Weyhill, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with what you’ve seen: where the stain is and when it gets worse.
- Inside, we check the damp area and the loft space above it.
- Outside, we look at every likely route in.
- We use moisture detection, and thermal imaging where it is useful.
- Your report sets out where the water is most likely getting in, with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Questions from Weyhill
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Weyhill?
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.
Is Weyhill within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. 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.
How long will you be at the property?
The visit typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. We will give you an idea of timing as you book.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
Is there anything I need to do before the visit?
Note when the leak appears and what the weather was doing, and take photos. Move stored items away from the loft hatch. If water is near any fittings, have an electrician check them.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Weyhill
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. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Michael and All Angels, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Weyhill is about 3 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Weyhill is one of many places we visit across Hampshire. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. You can also see our page for Southampton.
We work across SP11 for roof leak investigations. Streets in the area include Michaelmas Drove, Ordnance Lane and Amesbury Road. Close by, we survey roofs in Mullenspond (1 mile south-west), Fyfield (1 mile west), East Cholderton (1 mile south-west), Thruxton (1 mile south-west) and Penton Grafton (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (15 miles south-east), Andover (3 miles east), Hyde (15 miles south-east), Tidworth (5 miles west), Weeke (14 miles south-east) and Stanmore (15 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Weyhill
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Weyhill Fair pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Weyhill is Andover station, roughly 2.9 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Andover Museum (3.6 miles east) and Ludgershall Castle (4 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Quarley Hill and Anton Lakes.
How we price roof leak investigations
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Roof area
Every price we give includes VAT. Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Getting in touch
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- What made you get in touch
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- When you need the report by
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.