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Roof leak investigation in Worthing, West Sussex
Get a clear view of the leaking roof at a property in Worthing from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Staining around the chimney inside
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Worthing
Some ‘leaks’ are not 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. The pattern of the damp, the ventilation and the timing all help us decide. Common reasons to book are damp patches next to the stack and damp underlay across a wide area, across the roof space, chimney stacks and slate and tile slopes.
A place the size of Worthing has every kind of roof, so leaks have many possible sources: slipped slates, cracked tiles, failed flashings, blocked valleys and gutters, or split flat-roof coverings. Water often shows up some way from where it got in. Moisture readings, taken alongside a proper look outside, help track where the water has been.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Worthing (BN13, BN11, BN14, BN12)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Worthing
Damp loft insulation loses much of its value. Insulation can soak up water quietly before anything shows below. Catching it early limits what has to be replaced. Roof faults in Worthing, as anywhere, rarely fix themselves: one loose tile lets in water, which weakens the battens and loosens more. Dealing with it early is usually the cheaper route.
Our price is 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 us in Worthing
- Package prices that include VAT
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Every finding written up with photos
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
Also near Worthing
What else we do in Worthing
Common roof problems in Worthing
Chimneys can let water in by several routes. Eroded pointing, cracked flaunching, failed flashings and open pots can all be responsible. The damp may appear on a chimney breast, a ceiling or in the loft.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Water marks that spread in wet weather
- Leaks at a dormer or roof window
- Drips from nail tips in a cold loft
- Damp ceilings under a flat roof
If you live near a park such as Durrington Minature Railway, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What follow-up you get after the report
How the survey changes by roof type
Parapet and box gutters
Hidden gutters run behind parapets or between roofs. When their outlets block, water rises over the lining and runs indoors.
Valleys
A valley leak can appear well away from the valley inside. We trace the route from the loft where there is safe access.
Your questions about roof leak investigations in Worthing
Do you cover Worthing?
Yes, Worthing is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Worthing as anywhere else.
Is the coastal weather around Worthing hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as Worthing is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Is there anything I need to do before the visit?
Clear the loft hatch so we can get into the loft space. Gather any photos and notes about when it leaks, plus details of past repairs. Keep catching drips and keep water away from electrics.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Worthing
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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.
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
How the survey works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a photo-illustrated written report. On timing, most surveys take about 1–2 hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. Jobs in Worthing might be a terraced house one day and a block of flats the next. Let us know the type of building and who can let us in, so the right access is in place on the day.
- We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- Inside, we look at the stain and the ceiling around it.
- In the loft, we follow any signs of water back towards the roof.
- Outside, we check flashings, valleys, chimneys, gutters and flat roof details from each safe vantage point.
- We email a written report showing where the water most likely gets in.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Book a survey
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
Leaks and storm damage in Worthing
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Worthing, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings. With Ecclesden Manor about 3.1 miles west, Worthing sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you live in an older home near St Andrew's Church, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. If you look after a building such as Durrington High School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Worthing is in West Sussex. We provide roof leak investigations for householders, landlords and businesses in Worthing and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small. You can also see our page for Brighton.
Surveys in BN13, BN11, BN14 and BN12 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a roof leak investigation at a property on Church Road, Market Place and High Street or a nearby road, we can survey it. Worthing sits on or near the A24 and A27. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include Salvington (1 mile north), Offington (1 mile north-east), Broadwater (1 mile east), Findon Valley (2 miles north) and East Worthing (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bognor Regis (13 miles west), Burgess Hill (15 miles north-east), Littlehampton (6 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles east), Lancing (3 miles east) and Rustington (5 miles west). Worthing is one of the larger places we cover in West Sussex.
Near you in Worthing
Around Worthing, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The George And Dragon Public House, Durrington Minature Railway and Thomas A Becket First School. For rail, the closest station is West Worthing station, about 0.5 miles south-east. Nearby you’ll also find The Acre (1.2 miles south-east) and Old Castle (under half a mile east). For a walk, there’s Highdown Hill and Widewater Lagoon.