Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Catherington
We carry out electronic leak detection in Catherington and the rest of Hampshire. We survey seven days a week.
- Leaks through a flat roof with no obvious cause
- Holes around roof penetrations
- Punctures from foot traffic or tools
How the survey works
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes more time on a big roof than a small one, with the construction of the roof playing a part too. In a small place like Catherington, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First, we confirm which roof areas are included.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- Testing runs across the agreed area.
- We mark the breach locations in our records.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Electronic leak detection in Catherington
ELD suits many waterproofing membranes on flat roofs, on homes, blocks and commercial buildings. It can be used to trace an existing leak or to test a new membrane before it is covered. We quote for each roof based on its size and build-up. Testing can be carried out on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays, depending on the weather. Let us know about your roof to find out more. If you’ve noticed punctures from foot traffic or tools and water coming in under a flat roof, we can find out what’s behind it, on single-ply roofs, green roofs and commercial flat roofs alike.
Some older homes in villages like Catherington 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 photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the flat roof membrane, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Catherington (PO8)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What electronic leak detection does not cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Water entering through details rather than the membrane
- Carrying out the repair work
- Some conductive membranes
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flat roof membranes
- Single-ply roofs
- Green roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Roof terraces and balconies
- Commercial flat roofs
What electronic leak detection looks like in Catherington
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are a good many flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council.
If you let a flat or house near Rowlands Castle station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. The streets around a church such as Church of All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Catherington is about 2 miles north of Horndean, in Hampshire. We carry out electronic leak detection in Catherington for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our Hampshire coverage includes Catherington and the places around it. There’s also a page for Portsmouth.
Surveys in PO8 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as Glamorgan Road, Wrexham Grove and White Dirt Lane. If you are just outside Catherington, we cover Clanfield (1 mile north), Lovedean (2 miles south-west), Horndean (2 miles south), Wecock Farm (2 miles south-west) and Anmore (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Gosport (11 miles south-west), Havant (5 miles south), Eastleigh (15 miles west), Fareham (10 miles south-west), Alton (15 miles north) and Hedge End (13 miles west).
Around Catherington
In Catherington, that means homes and buildings near Horndean Technology College and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Rowlands Castle station, about 3.5 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Havant War Memorial Hospital (5.3 miles south) and Clanfield Earthwork (1.7 miles north-east). The countryside around Catherington includes Windmill Hill.
Also in Catherington
Prices for electronic leak detection in Catherington
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- How big the roof is
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
For a price for your roof in Catherington, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What we need to know
What helps most when you contact us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- When you need the report by
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Do you need electronic leak detection in Catherington?
On a flat roof, water spreads under the waterproofing. The stain inside can be far from the hole which makes it hard to find by looking.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Breaches hidden under paving or planting
- Holes around roof penetrations
- Stains far from any visible defect
Take a building like Catherington Church of England Infant School: schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Common questions in Catherington
How do I find out if my home in Catherington is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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 Catherington?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
How much time does ELD need?
It depends on the size of the roof and its build-up. We will give you an idea when we quote.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Which method do you use?
It depends on the membrane and the build-up. Low-voltage methods are normally carried out on a wet roof, while high-voltage testing needs a dry, exposed membrane.
How much does electronic leak detection cost?
Each roof is quoted on its size and build-up. Send us details of the roof. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form for a quote.
How do I book a survey in Catherington?
Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Roof by roof
Green and ballasted roofs
ELD is easier on a new roof before it is covered.
EPDM rubber roofs
Certain rubber membranes are conductive, which can rule out some methods. We will tell you if yours is not suitable.