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Roof leak investigation in Wrecclesham, Surrey
An experienced roof surveyor for roof leak investigations in Wrecclesham. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Water that shows only in certain storms
- Water dripping from rafters or underlay
- Stains around a skylight
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the leaking roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Wrecclesham
Flat roofs leak in their own ways. Common causes are splits and blisters, tired upstands and outlets that do not drain. Standing water puts extra pressure on every weak point. We check the roof surface and the ceiling below to narrow it down. Leaks under flat extension, garage and dormer roofs are common. An ageing felt roof is a frequent culprit. We survey flat roof details, the roof space and rooflights and dormers, and common reasons people get in touch are a leak that comes and goes with the weather and damp on a chimney breast.
Around Wrecclesham, chimneys on older homes are a common source of leaks, through worn flaunching, failed pointing or lifted flashings. Damp on a chimney breast is not always rain from above, which is why it is worth tracing properly. The stack, its flashings and the loft space beside it are all worth checking.
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.
- Location
- Wrecclesham (GU10, GU9)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
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.
Questions from Wrecclesham
Is Wrecclesham within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Wrecclesham?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Wrecclesham is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
What’s in the survey report?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photos throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.
Why is the stain in a different place from the leak?
Rain that gets in will run along whatever it lands on. On a pitched roof it often runs down a rafter before it shows. Following that route is what our investigation does.
Is it a leak or condensation?
Many apparent leaks turn out to be condensation. A leak normally shows in one area and follows rain, while condensation is often widespread and worst on cold days. We tell you which it is most likely to be.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to.
How do I book a survey in Wrecclesham?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What we are asked to look at in Wrecclesham
Condensation is frequently mistaken for a leak. Warm, moist air from the house rises into a cold roof space and condenses, particularly where ventilation is poor. Wet nail tips and damp underlay over a wide area are classic signs.
Common reasons to book include:
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Damp underlay across a wide area
- Drips in the loft during heavy rain
Trees in and around Underdown nature reserve shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Questions to ask before you book
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- How soon the report will arrive
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What happens after the report arrives
What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The shape of the roof and its details
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What made you get in touch
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Roof leak investigations around Wrecclesham
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. Historic houses such as Farnham Castle, about 1.6 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Wrecclesham goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Peter's Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. If you let a flat or house near Farnham station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Wrecclesham is about 1 mile south-west of Farnham, in Surrey. We cover Wrecclesham and the rest of Surrey. Our Surrey coverage includes Wrecclesham and the places around it. You can also see our page for Guildford.
All of GU10 and GU9 is within our area for roof leak investigations. Streets in the area include The Street, St Peter's Gardens and School Hill, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Wrecclesham: Shortheath (1 mile east), Boundstone (1 mile south-east), Rowledge (1 mile south), Holt Pound (1 mile south-west) and Bucks Horn Oak (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (11 miles east), Woking (13 miles north-east), Camberley (10 miles north), Frimley (9 miles north-east), Haslemere (9 miles south-east) and Cranleigh (15 miles east).
Around Wrecclesham
In Wrecclesham, that means homes and buildings near Underdown nature reserve, Weydon School and The Royal Oak Public House, among other places. Wrecclesham’s nearest station is Farnham station, roughly 1.5 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Farnham Castle (1.6 miles north-east) and Museum of Farnham (1.3 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Beacon Hill and Aunt's Pool.
Nearby places to Wrecclesham
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Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- A structural engineer’s report
- A promise to find every leak on a single visit
- Carrying out the fix
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Slate and tile slopes
- Rooflights and dormers
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roof details
- Valleys and parapet gutters
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Wrecclesham, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. Inside, the loft is checked where it can be reached safely.
- You pick a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- The investigation works from the stain back to the roof.
- Where it is useful and included, we take moisture readings and use thermal imaging.
- The report explains the likely entry point and what needs attention.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Book a survey
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.