Hampshire · London and the South East
Electronic leak detection in Chalton, Hampshire
Electronic leak detection to pinpoint holes in flat roof membranes for Chalton and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Holes left by work on the roof
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- Leaks that return after repairs
What electronic leak detection looks like in Chalton
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. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. About 3.2 miles east lies Uppark, a reminder of how long the area around Chalton has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you own a rental within reach of Rowlands Castle station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Chalton is about 3 miles north-east of Horndean, in Hampshire. We carry out electronic leak detection for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Chalton and the surrounding area. Our Hampshire coverage includes Chalton. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across PO8 for electronic leak detection and the streets around it. Neighbouring places we cover for electronic leak detection include Blendworth (2 miles south-west), Buriton (3 miles north), Forestside (3 miles south-east), West Marden (3 miles south-east) and Weston (4 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Gosport (12 miles south-west), Havant (5 miles south), Fareham (12 miles south-west), Horndean (3 miles south-west), Alton (15 miles north) and Hedge End (15 miles west).
Local landmarks in Chalton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Ditcham Park and the streets around them. Chalton’s nearest station is Rowlands Castle station, roughly 3.1 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Clanfield Earthwork (1.2 miles north-west) and Petersfield Community Hospital (4.7 miles north). For a walk, there is Windmill Hill.
How electronic leak detection works in Chalton
There are different ELD methods. Low-voltage testing is typically done with the surface wet and high-voltage methods need the membrane dry and exposed. Which one suits depends on the membrane and the layers of the roof and we explain which we will use. If neither method suits your roof, we will tell you before any testing starts. We survey commercial flat roofs, single-ply roofs and liquid-applied waterproofing, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps at membrane joints and waterproofing to test before it’s covered.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Chalton take more wind and rain, 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 normally the first part of a flat roof to go.
What you get is a clear record of the flat roof membrane on the day we saw it. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Location
- Chalton (PO8)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- Quoted for your roof
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Chalton
What else we do in Chalton
Questions from Chalton
Do you cover smaller places like Chalton?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How do I find out if my home in Chalton is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What happens next?
You receive the written report by email, with photographs and recommendations. It’s yours to share with a seller, insurer, roofer or managing agent, whichever applies.
How quickly is the report sent?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Test new membranes before covering them
- Do not keep patching the same spot
- Keep a note of leaks after rain
- Make sure trades protect the waterproofing
You receive a report showing where each breach was found, with photographs. Your roofer uses it to carry out repairs.
Clear flat roof outlets regularly. Standing water puts more pressure on any weak point.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Repairs in the wrong place leave the leak in place. ELD shows the actual breach points. For older village homes like those around Chalton, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why us?
- Over 20 years’ experience
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
How it works
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes as long as needed for the size of the roof and how it’s built, which we’ll explain when we quote. For a village or hamlet like Chalton, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We agree the area to be tested.
- We get the roof ready for testing.
- Testing runs across the agreed area.
- We mark the breach locations in our records.
- You receive the results to pass to your roofer.
How to prepare
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Leave side gates unlocked
Arrange a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
What affects the price in Chalton
To price your survey, we look at:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- House, block, shop or office
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What kind of property and roof it is
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
What this survey cannot tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Carrying out the repair work
- Sections we cannot safely access
- The extent of water in the insulation
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Green roofs
- Single-ply roofs
- Commercial flat roofs
- Liquid-applied waterproofing
- Flat roof membranes
- Roof terraces and balconies
When to book a survey in Chalton
Water travels under flat roof membranes. The stain inside can be far from the hole, so tracing it by eye is difficult.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- New membranes needing a check before handover
- Leaks showing away from the breach
- Patched roofs that still leak
- A flat roof leak that can’t be traced
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Michael, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems normally start.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one