Hampshire · London and the South East
Bailey Green Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection in Bailey Green and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Damage from equipment installers
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- Gaps at membrane joints
Local flat roofs in Bailey Green
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. Hinton Ampner House, about 4.7 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Bailey Green. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
The streets around a church such as Holy Trinity Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Bailey Green is about 5 miles north-west of Petersfield, in Hampshire. We carry out electronic leak detection in Bailey Green for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Across Hampshire, we cover Bailey Green and the places around it. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Every address in GU34 is covered for electronic leak detection, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Nearby, we also carry out electronic leak detection in Privett (1 mile south-east), Filmore Hill (1 mile west), West Tisted (1 mile north-west), Monkwood (2 miles north) and Charlwood (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (12 miles west), Havant (13 miles south), Eastleigh (14 miles west), Fareham (15 miles south-west), Horndean (9 miles south) and Chandler's Ford (15 miles west).
Landmarks near Bailey Green
Other landmarks nearby include Petersfield Community Hospital (5.2 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Shutts Copse and Pidham Hill.
About our electronic leak detection in Bailey Green
ELD is a way of pinpointing breaches in a flat roof’s waterproofing membrane. It works with an electrical current which can only get through the membrane at a breach. That lets us locate holes that are too small to see, so your roofer can repair them. The results come in a report with photos. If you’ve noticed gaps at membrane joints and leaks under green or ballasted roofs, we can find out what’s behind it.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Bailey Green take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, usually show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Bailey Green (GU34)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Bailey Green
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The roof’s overall size
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Height and safe access
All our prices include VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. You will know the exact price before booking.
Booking your survey
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- What kind of property and roof it is
To get a price for electronic leak detection in Bailey Green, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Don’t keep patching the same spot
- Have roof specifications to hand
- Record dates and spots where water appears
- Act on new leaks promptly
Questions about the results are welcome. We’ll explain what was found and what it means.
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is worth considering. It’s easier to find holes before more layers are added.
What this survey cannot tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- The extent of water in the insulation
- Areas we can’t reach or that can’t be tested
- Build-ups without a suitable layer below
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Bailey Green
- Green roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Flat roof membranes
- Commercial flat roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect a time that depends on the membrane area and the build-up, which we’ll explain when we quote. For a village or hamlet like Bailey Green, the journey is planned ahead of time: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- Each breach found is located and recorded.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
How to prepare
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Find any records of previous roof work
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Bailey Green: your questions answered
Is Bailey Green within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Is my home in Bailey Green listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
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.
What do I do with the report?
You’ll receive the report by email, and you decide the next step: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Will you repair the leak?
No. ELD is testing only. The report shows where each breach is for your roofer to repair.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Different roofs, different checks
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Testing a liquid-applied roof depends on what’s beneath the coating.
Bituminous membranes
Bitumen roofs can often be tested electronically, depending on what’s below.
Places near Bailey Green
What else we do in Bailey Green
What happens if roof problems are left?
Patching where you think the leak is often misses it. Testing shows where the membrane is actually breached. Outbuildings and barns around Bailey Green are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
For a price for your roof in Bailey Green, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- An independent look at the roof
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.