Hampshire · London and the South East
Baughurst Electronic Leak Detection
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes in Baughurst, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Leaks through a covered membrane
- Stains far from any visible defect
- A flat roof leak that cannot be traced
Roof by roof
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Small holes in liquid waterproofing may leak. ELD can help locate them on suitable roofs.
Inverted and paved roofs
We will tell you if your inverted or paved roof is not suitable.
How electronic leak detection works in Baughurst
ELD can be carried out in more than one way. Low-voltage testing is normally done with the surface wet and high-voltage methods need the membrane dry and exposed. The right method depends on the membrane and the build-up of the roof and we explain which we will use. We will say if your roof doesn’t suit either method before any testing starts. If you’ve noticed patched roofs that still leak and new membranes needing a check before handover, we can find out what’s behind it.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Baughurst take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, frequently around 15–20 years in life, 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 is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Baughurst (RG26)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the flat roof membrane, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Why get it checked now?
Opening up a roof to hunt for a leak is disruptive. ELD aims to locate the breach first so your roofer knows where to work. Older and listed buildings around Baughurst may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
All our prices include VAT. Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. You will know the price for your survey before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Baughurst
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- PI and public liability insurance
- An independent look at the roof
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
See what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Local flat roofs in Baughurst
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. The Vyne, about 4.6 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Baughurst. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take a building like The Hurst School: schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. Landlords with a home close to Midgham station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Baughurst is about 1 mile west of Tadley, in Hampshire. We cover Baughurst and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading.
Surveys in RG26 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Blackthorn Close, Brimpton Road and Wolverton Road or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Baughurst include Inhurst (1 mile north-west), Heath End (1 mile north), Axmansford (1 mile south-west), Tadley (1 mile east) and Brimpton Common (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (7 miles south-east), Fleet (15 miles east), Yateley (14 miles east), Hook (10 miles south-east), Popley (6 miles south-east) and Kempshott (8 miles south).
What’s near Baughurst
Around Baughurst, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Wellington Arms Public House and Burnham Copse Primary School and the streets around them. Baughurst’s nearest station is Midgham station, about 3.1 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Park Prewett Hospital (5.4 miles south-east) and Calleva Museum (3 miles east).
What we’re asked to look at in Baughurst
A breach can be left during installation. ELD on a new roof can show holes before they cause leaks.
Common reasons to book include:
- Leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Waterproofing to test before it is covered
- Damage from equipment installers
The streets around a church like Saint Mary's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
What to check before booking
- Are they insured for the work?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What exactly goes into their report
Also near Baughurst
Other services in Baughurst
How we price electronic leak detection
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Height and safe access
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
We will usually ask about:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Anything about access we should know
- The property’s address and postcode
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
FAQs for Baughurst
Will you come out to Baughurst?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Is my home in Baughurst listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s 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.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
What do I do with the report?
We email you the written report with photos and recommendations. You can use it to talk to a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent, whichever applies.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain doesn’t typically stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Strong wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
What’s in the survey report?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. The most urgent items are made clear.
How long does electronic leak detection take?
The roof’s size and build-up decide how long it takes. We will give you an idea when we quote.
How it works
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos, emailed to you. As for time on site, most surveys take longer on a large roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. Older roofs in small places like Baughurst can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
How to book
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know where you stand. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.