Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Andover, Hampshire
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Andover, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Patched roofs that still leak
- Holes left by work on the roof
Landlord and commercial surveys in Andover
Landlords and letting agents in Andover book surveys as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the flat roof membrane, useful for planning maintenance.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
Electronic leak detection in Andover: what you get
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting need more thought. What sits on the membrane can affect which method will work and parts may need to be lifted. We talk this through before we quote. Drawings or details of the roof’s layers are useful because they show what’s under the surface. If testing is not possible, we’ll say so. If you are worried about failed seams and laps and breaches hidden under paving or planting, we can find out what’s behind it.
Shops, surgeries, schools and small business units in towns like Andover often have flat roofs. Out of sight, they tend to be forgotten until a leak appears, and by then the insulation underneath may be wet. A survey, or electronic testing where the membrane suits it, shows what’s going on. Tell us who manages the building so access to the roof can be arranged.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Andover (SP10, SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Useful tips for Andover property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Test new membranes before covering them
- Do not keep patching the same spot
- Act on new leaks promptly
- Have roof specifications to hand
If water has been getting in, insulation under the membrane may be wet. Your roofer can advise on that and other checks can help judge it.
Clear flat roof outlets regularly. Water that sits on the roof finds breaches faster.
Your questions about electronic leak detection in Andover
Do you carry out roof surveys in Andover?
Yes, Andover is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
How do I find out if my home in Andover is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Which method do you use?
The roof decides the method. You’ll know which method we plan to use before we start.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs like sagging are noted, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. The report will say if you need an engineer.
How fast do I get the report?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. Mention any deadline when you book.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Different roofs, different checks
Bituminous membranes
Bituminous roofs often have laps and old repairs that can leak. Testing depends on the roof.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply can be punctured by tools or fixings. Testing helps find them.
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes a time that depends on the size of the roof and how it’s built, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. A visit in Andover runs most smoothly with the loft hatch clear, side gates open and a parking spot in mind. Someone needs to let us in, so let us know who that will be.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- We mark the breach locations in our records.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Flat and commercial roofs around Andover
Within a mile and a half or so of Andover there are several hotels. For hotels and other commercial buildings, finding the cause of a flat roof leak quickly keeps rooms in use. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
Hotels and guest houses near Andover can’t easily close rooms for a leak. For site and facilities teams at buildings like St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
Andover is about 17 miles west of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Andover gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at what can safely be seen, photos and a clear written report. Andover is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for electronic leak detection. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Electronic leak detection in SP10 and SP11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include High Street, Goddard Square and London Road, all of which we cover. Main roads around Andover include the A303 and A342. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Picket Twenty (1 mile east), East Anton (1 mile north-east), Knights Enham (1 mile north), Finkley Down (2 miles north-east) and Picket Piece (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (13 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles south), Hyde (12 miles south-east), Tidworth (8 miles west), Weeke (12 miles south-east) and Kempshott (15 miles east). Andover is one of the larger places we cover in Hampshire.
Around Andover
Around Andover, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Angel Inn, Winton Community Academy and Winton Community Academy and the streets around them. The closest station to Andover is Andover station, roughly 0.5 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Andover War Memorial Hospital (0.7 miles north-west) and Andover Museum (within half a mile east). Open spaces near Andover include Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Opening up a roof to hunt for a leak is disruptive. Electronic testing finds the hole first, so the repair can be targeted. Extensions and dormers on homes around Andover often hide the first signs of trouble at their joints with the main roof. A few wet winters later, it can mean new plaster and decorating as well as roof work.
Every price we give includes VAT. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
How we price electronic leak detection
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- House, block, shop or office
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
When you call or email, these details help:
- When you need the report by
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.