Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Askett, Buckinghamshire
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Askett. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Leaking laps in the waterproofing
- Leaks that return after repairs
- Leaks showing away from the breach
Electronic leak detection in Askett
ELD finds breaches in the membrane but not every way water gets in. Leaks from walls, copings, rooflights or pipes need other checks. We’ll tell you if we think the leak is coming from somewhere else. It won’t show water getting in through brickwork or around frames. Our report keeps that distinction clear. We will point you to the likely next step. We survey single-ply roofs, liquid-applied waterproofing and commercial flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are damp inside with no sign on the roof and holes left by work on the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Askett are listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the flat roof membrane, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Askett (HP27)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Askett
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Askett?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Askett?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Askett is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Can you test a green or ballasted roof?
It can be possible, depending on the roof. What sits on the membrane affects the method, so we check the build-up first.
Can every flat roof be tested?
Not every roof is suitable. Some membranes conduct electricity and some roofs lack the layer the test needs. We’ll tell you if yours isn’t suitable at the start.
Are you insured?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How do I book a survey in Askett?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what you want to find out. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you as you book.
Common roof problems in Askett
Seams are a common weak point in flat roof waterproofing. A gap that is hard to see can let water in long before anyone notices.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Breaches around outlets and penetrations
- Damage from equipment installers
- Repairs that haven’t stopped the leak
- Waterproofing to test before it is covered
Landlords with a home close to Monks Risborough station may find that a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
What to check before booking
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- What they won’t be able to tell you
Electronic leak detection in Askett: local notes
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Buckinghamshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Dunstan, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof. Take a building like Monks Risborough CofE Primary School: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Askett is about 5 miles south of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. In Askett, as across Buckinghamshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Askett is one of the places in Buckinghamshire we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
Every address in HP27 is within our area for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Askett Village Lane, Old Manor Close and Askett Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you are just outside Askett, we cover Monks Risborough (1 mile south-west), Lower Cadsden (1 mile south-east), Whiteleaf (1 mile south-east), Great Kimble (1 mile north-east) and Meadle (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Aylesbury (5 miles north), High Wycombe (8 miles south), Chesham (9 miles east), Marlow (12 miles south), Amersham (10 miles south-east) and Beaconsfield (12 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Askett
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Three Crowns pub and Princes Risborough School. Askett’s nearest station is Monks Risborough station, about 0.5 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Stoke Mandeville Hospital (4.1 miles north) and Great Kimble Dial Hill (0.8 miles north-east). Not far away are Beacon Hill and Brush Hill Local Nature Reserve.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Note where leaks show inside and when
- Share any drawings of the roof
- Do not let outlets block
- Don’t leave water getting in
Wet insulation may need attention after a leak. That’s something to discuss with your roofer and other checks can help judge it.
Don’t leave a flat roof leak running. Water under a membrane can spread.
What we look for on each type of roof
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Liquid-applied coatings form a seamless layer, but can still have thin spots or holes. Whether ELD works depends on the coating and build-up.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply membranes are common on commercial and newer roofs. Seams and penetrations are typical breach points.
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The survey, step by step
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a report with photographs, sent to you by email. As for time on site, most surveys take a length of time set by the size of the roof and how it’s built, and we’ll give you a guide when quoting. Older roofs in small places like Askett can have low, tight loft spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you know about the roof and the leak.
- The roof is assessed for suitability first.
- The test method is chosen to suit the roof.
- The membrane is tested and breaches are found.
- You get a report with photos of each breach.
Preparing for the visit
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Booking a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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Honest limits
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Fixing the holes we find
- Build-ups without a suitable layer below
- Moisture spread under the membrane
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Green roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Commercial flat roofs
- Flat roof membranes
- Roof terraces and balconies
Leave it or get it looked at?
Testing a new membrane before it is covered is easier than tracing a leak later. Once layers are added, finding a breach is harder. For older village homes like those around Askett, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof.
Why book with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- A written report with photos
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 20 years’ experience
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.