Oxfordshire · London and the South East
Electronic Leak Detection in Chadlington
Electronic leak detection in Chadlington and the rest of Oxfordshire. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Failed seams and laps
- New roofs to check before paving or planting
- Holes left by work on the roof
When to book a survey in Chadlington
Holes in a membrane often come from feet, tools or debris. Some are too small to see, but still let water through.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- A flat roof leak that can’t be traced
- Failed seams and laps
- Holes left by work on the roof
If you look after a building such as Chadlington Church of England Primary School, schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Before booking anyone
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
How electronic leak detection works in Chadlington
Roofs covered with paving, ballast or planting need more thought. What sits on the membrane can affect which method will work, and some may need lifting. We will discuss it with you when we quote. Drawings or details of the roof’s layers are useful, as they show what lies beneath the surface. If testing is not possible, we’ll say so. If you’ve noticed waterproofing to test before it’s covered and failed seams and laps, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a small place like Chadlington, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are usually the first part of a flat roof to go.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Chadlington (OX7)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- Quoted for your roof
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Opening up a roof to hunt for a leak is disruptive. Electronic testing finds the hole first, so the repair can be targeted. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
For a price for your roof in Chadlington, call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Visits on any day of the week
- Photos and a written report every time
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Questions from Chadlington
Do you cover smaller places like Chadlington?
Yes. Chadlington is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How do I find out if my home in Chadlington is listed?
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. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you test a green or ballasted roof?
On some roofs, yes. Covered roofs limit the methods we can use so we check the roof first.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What does the report include?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Do you use low-voltage or high-voltage testing?
It depends on the membrane and the build-up. Low-voltage testing normally needs a wet surface and high-voltage methods need the membrane dry and exposed.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
What electronic leak detection looks like in Chadlington
If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Older buildings in west Oxfordshire often have Cotswold stone slate roofs, and some Oxfordshire villages still have thatch. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
Landlords with a home close to Charlbury station may find that a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Nicholas, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
Chadlington is about 8 miles north of Witney, in Oxfordshire. We visit Chadlington as part of our work across Oxfordshire. Chadlington is one of the places in Oxfordshire we cover. Our Oxford page covers surveys nearby.
All of OX7 is within our area for electronic leak detection. You’ll find streets such as Church Road, Stonelee Close and Quarry Road, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Shorthampton (1 mile south), Chilson (2 miles south), Ascott-under-Wychwood (3 miles south-west), Ascott d'Oyley (3 miles south-west) and Ascott Earl (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Banbury (14 miles north-east), Witney (8 miles south), Carterton (10 miles south), Kidlington (12 miles south-east), Chipping Norton (3 miles north) and St John Street area (15 miles south-east).
Near you in Chadlington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Tite Inn, among other places. Chadlington’s nearest station is Charlbury station, about 2.4 miles south-east. Nearby you’ll also find Chipping Norton Museum (3 miles north). For a walk, there is Blenheim Farm.
Places near Chadlington
What else we do in Chadlington
What we look for on each type of roof
Liquid-applied waterproofing
Testing a liquid-applied roof depends on what’s beneath the coating.
Single-ply membranes
Many offices and units have single-ply roofs. Seams and penetrations are typical breach points.
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes as long as needed for the membrane area and the build-up, which we set out in the quote. In a hamlet or village like Chadlington, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- The surface is prepared for the chosen method.
- We work across the roof with the test equipment.
- We mark the breach locations in our records.
- The report is sent for your roofer to act on.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. We quote electronic leak detection for each roof, as the method and time depend on the roof. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.