Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Bramdean
A careful look at the flat roof membrane at your property in Bramdean, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Patched roofs that still leak
- Water coming in under a flat roof
- Damp inside with no sign on the roof
Different roofs, different checks
EPDM rubber roofs
Whether an EPDM roof can be tested depends on the membrane and build-up. We check before we quote.
Bituminous membranes
Many flat roofs use bitumen-based membranes. Whether ELD suits them depends on the build-up.
Electronic leak detection for homes and businesses in Bramdean
Water can travel under a flat roof membrane before it shows inside. That makes leaks hard to trace by eye. ELD tests the waterproofing directly and locates the breach. We test and report, and the repair is for your roofer. On suitable roofs, it replaces guesswork with a located breach. The results then follow in a written report with photos. We survey liquid-applied waterproofing, flat roof membranes and single-ply roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are waterproofing to test before it’s covered and leaks at pipes, outlets or fixings.
Older buildings in small places like Bramdean may be 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. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Bramdean (SO24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What we can’t see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Some conductive membranes
- Leaks from walls, copings or rooflights
- Areas we can’t reach or that can’t be tested
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Bramdean
- Green roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Single-ply roofs
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Flat roof membranes
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes longer on a large roof than a small one, and the build-up of the roof makes a difference too. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Around Bramdean, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- First, we confirm which roof areas are included.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- 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
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Booking a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
Do you need electronic leak detection in Bramdean?
A breach can be left during installation. Testing before the roof is covered or handed over helps find them.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Leaks under green or ballasted roofs
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Gaps at membrane joints
- Patched roofs that still leak
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Simon and St Jude, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Get leaks traced quickly
- Test new membranes before covering them
- Share any drawings of the roof
Wet insulation may need attention after a leak. That’s something to discuss with your roofer and other checks can help judge it.
ELD before paving, ballast or planting goes on is worth considering. Finding breaches is simpler at that stage.
Electronic leak detection in Bramdean: local notes
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. About 1.3 miles west lies Hinton Ampner House, a reminder of how long the area around Bramdean has been built on. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Bramdean is about 8 miles east of Winchester, in Hampshire. We provide electronic leak detection for householders, landlords and businesses in Bramdean and nearby. Across Hampshire, we cover Bramdean. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Postcode districts we cover here for electronic leak detection: SO24. We offer electronic leak detection to properties on Wood Lane, Woodlane Close and The Spinney. Close by, we survey roofs in Hinton Ampner (1 mile west), Cheriton (2 miles west), Bishop's Sutton (2 miles north), Beauworth (3 miles south-west) and Warnford (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (15 miles north), Winchester (8 miles west), Havant (14 miles south-east), Eastleigh (11 miles south-west), Fareham (14 miles south) and Horndean (11 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Bramdean
Around Bramdean, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Fox Inn. Green spaces nearby include Shutts Copse and Beacon Hill.
Questions from Bramdean
Is my home in Bramdean 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. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you come out to Bramdean?
Yes. Bramdean is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
What does electronic leak detection do?
It uses an electrical current to find breaches in a flat roof membrane. The current only gets through where the membrane is breached so we can pinpoint it.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
Does ELD include fixing the breach?
No. ELD is testing only. The report shows where each breach is so your roofer can fix them.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
How much does electronic leak detection cost?
Electronic leak detection is quoted for your roof, because the method depends on the roof. The price depends on the roof’s size and build-up. For a quote, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.