Damp patch on ceiling

I have a damp patch on my ceiling? Who should I call to deal with this?

Asked by Christian on 13th Oct 2025
Expert Trade Answers
"You need a roofer to stop the leak"
Answered on 9th Nov 2025 - Member since May 2025 - report
"If it’s a roof above it should be roofer if flat above it will be plumber"
Answered on 14th Oct 2025 - Member since Feb 2024 - report
"HI depends where it is if there is a roof or a flat roof above it may be the roof in wich case you need a roofer .
if there is betwen the floors you may need a plumber"
Answered on 14th Oct 2025 - Member since Oct 2025 - report
"A damp patch on the ceiling usually means there’s a leak somewhere — it could be from the roof, guttering, or even a plumbing issue. The best first step is to call someone like us to inspect the gutters and roof area. Blocked or leaking gutters often cause water to overflow and soak into the walls or roof space.

If we find it’s not gutter-related, we’ll let you know right away and recommend a trusted roofer or plumber to help fix the source of the problem."
Answered on 16th Oct 2025 - Member since Oct 2025 - report
"Feel if its damp. If so check you attick in case a tile has slipped."
Answered on 24th Nov 2025 - Member since Jan 2024 - report
"You will need a roofer to see what the problem could be"
Answered on 21st Oct 2025 - Member since Oct 2025 - report
"Call a roofer if its only happening when its raining, if itbhappens constantly chances are its a leaking pipe so you would need a plumber"
Answered on 13th Oct 2025 - Member since Oct 2025 - report
"Roofer if it's coming through the attic onto the ceiling"
Answered on 13th Oct 2025 - Member since May 2020 - report
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